Comparing Islam Makhachev and Khabib, Plus, Lightweight Title Picture, Gegard Mousasi’s Big Win, and Mardy Fish Joins!

Live from Spotify Greenroom, Ariel, Chuck, and Petesy react to yet another dominant Islam Makhachev performance. The guys discuss this win’s impact on the lightweight title picture and how Makhachev’s skillset stacks up to that of Khabib Nurmagomedov, his mentor. Then, the guys break down the rest of the UFC Fight Night card, as well as Petesy’s trip to Bellator Dublin. After that, calls about Conor McGregor’s presence at Bellator, Makhachev’s résumé, and more, plus an appearance from American tennis legend (and MMA fan) Mardy Fish.

Next episode: Friday, March 4 for the official UFC 272 weigh-in show. Download the Spotify Greenroom app and click this link (from the app or a desktop) to join the guys live as the fighters step to the scales.

Hosts: Ariel Helwani, Chuck Mindenhall, Petesy Carroll

Producer: Troy Farkas

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