Makhachev: I didn't ask for $1 million to fight dos Anjos

Top Russian lightweight UFC Islam Makhachev denied the information that he asked for $1 million for the duel with the ex-champion Rafael Dos Anjos.

“I wanted to help the UFC, to do it for the fans, because it was a big numbered tournament. I voiced a small condition, but the management refused. But I definitely didn't ask for one million. one hundred%.

I did not refuse the fight with dos Anjos. I don't know why White said that, but it's okay. He can say whatever he wants - it's okay. In any case, I will fight all these guys because I will become a champion and clear the division, ”Makhachev said in an interview with ESPN.

Recall that at UFC 272, Dos Anjos was supposed to fight with Rafael Fiziev, but the representative of Kyrgyzstan dropped out due to a positive test for coronavirus. As a result, the Brazilian met with compatriot Renato Moicano and won by unanimous decision.