Sharabutdin ‘Bullet’ Magomedov has reacted to his shock loss to Michael ‘Venom’ Page.
The highly rated MMA prospect came unstuck against former Bellator star, Page.
On Saturday, in Saudi Arabia, Page halted the winning run of Magomedov using his his distance management to perfection and he was awarded the win via a unanimous decision.
Taking to Instagram following his first loss in the UFC, Magomedov claimed he was carrying injuries going into the fight but has vowed to bounce back.
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Magomedov said: “The pirate sails into the harbor, but I will return!”
“I knew all the risks when stepping in with such a nightmarish health condition and preparation. I felt that despite everything, I could still win—but it didn’t work out, and that’s it.”
He continued by thanking the UFC for the opportunity. “I wanted to put on a show and meet expectations without canceling the fight. Thank you to everyone who stands by me in any situation! Alhamdulillah.”
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In the main event of the card, Nassourdine Imavov scored a huge win of his own as he knocked Israel Adesanya down and then out in the second round of their contest.
The defeat now means the former champion, Adesanya, has lost his last three contests.