The manager of Makhachev and Gatji told for whom he will be rooting for in their fight

Ali Abdel-Aziz, manager of UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev and BMF belt holder Justin Gaethje, revealed who he'll be rooting for in their head-to-head confrontation.

"Justin Gaethje is a great kid. I love him, he has amazing parents. Islam is like a brother to me in general. I've seen this kid grow up in front of my eyes for 11 whole years. Their fight is just a competition. They will go into the cage - and may the best man win," Abdel-Aziz said in an interview with TMZ Sports.

Earlier, Justin Gaethje said that he plans to fight with Islam Makhachev in November this year.

Recall, his next fight Gatji will hold against Max Holloway. Their confrontation will take place in the framework of the 300th anniversary UFC tournament.