Sonnen explained why Makhachev should move up to welterweight

Retired mixed martial arts veteran, commentator and analyst Chael Sonnen discussed the prospects of the UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhacheva.

“Makhachev will probably move to the welterweight division. Will it be easier for you if he is defeated only in 10 years, when he rises in weight and becomes an “ordinary fighter”? Or is it still better to increase his weight right now? To come up with a “champion against champion” scenario, to clear the way for a potential fight between Islam and Shavkat Rakhmonov... All this sounds very intriguing,” Sonnen said in the latest episode of his YouTube channel.

Let us remember that in October at UFC 294, Makhachev held the second defense of his belt, knocking out Alexander Volkanovski in the first round. Recently, the Dagestani has repeatedly stated his desire to fight for the welterweight title, which is owned by Leon Edwards.