Not even 48 hours removed from his latest UFC win, Islam Makhachev already is thinking of getting back into the octagon this week. The UFC lightweight contender suggested to step in on short notice and replace Rafael Fiziev in a bout against former UFC champion Rafael dos Anjos on Saturday at UFC 272 in Las Vegas. Fiziev was forced to withdraw from the bout Monday afternoon after he tested positive for COVID-19 and was experiencing symptoms. The UFC is currently seeking a replacement for dos Anjos. Makhachev (22-1 MMA, 11-1 UFC), who defeated Bobby Green this past weekend with a first-round TKO in the main event of UFC Fight Night 202, is down to fight dos Anjos at welterweight. “170???
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