Since he entered the UFC in 2017, Zabit Magomedsharipov proved himself to be a legitimate contender at 145 pounds. After six fights and four post-fight bonuses, he now feels he is ready for a crack at the title.
Speaking through a translator in a post-fight interview with ESPN, Zabit expressed excitement and interest towards the upcoming featherweight title fight between Max Holloway and Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 245 this December.
“I think it is going to be a very exciting fight; I can’t wait to see it,” Magomedsharipov said (via MMA Fighting). “I will also be happy to face the winner of this upcoming fight.