Muhammad Mokaev jibes at PFL president after promotion changes stance on potentially signing him in the future

Professional Fighters League (PFL) president Ray Sefo had previously claimed that the organization is not interested in signing former UFC flyweight fighter Muhammad Mokaev. However, it seems like the organization has backtracked on that decision.

PFL CEO Peter Murray recently told Sherdog that Mokaev signing with the organization is a "real opportunity". He said:

"I do think the flyweight category is something we will be getting into in the future. I know our guys are looking at it. You look at fighters like Muhammad Mokaev, he’s a 13-0 flyweight from Dagestan. This kid has the second-longest winning streak in UFC flyweight history. He was 23-0 as an amateur. When I look at a kid like that, that’s an opportunity." [H/t: Sherdog]

He also claimed that Mokaev has the potential to be the "future face of flyweights" in the organization. The 24-year-old reacted to Murray's recent comments on X by taking a sharp dig at Sefo and Head of Bellator Fight Operations, Mike Kogan:

"Ray Sefo and Mike Kogan crying somewhere."

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Mokaev was released from the UFC following his victory over Manel Kape at UFC 304. CEO Dana White didn't waste time following the conclusion of the event to confirm that Mokaev would be cut from the UFC roster. Most recently, White shed light on the decision claiming that is one of those fighters "that did everything wrong" and "pissed" off the UFC staff.

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Muhammad Mokaev releases statement after being hospitalized from a collision accident in Dagestan

Muhammad Mokaev met with an unfortunate accident after his car collided with another vehicle and flew into a ditch. Mokaev reportedly was pulled from the vehicle after being involved in the accident while visiting family in Dagestan.

The flyweight sensation took to X to react to assure his fans that he's "well":

"Alhamdulillah. I’m well, out from hospital. Thank u for the support! I have been tested on a high level at this stage of my career and I will be back stronger InshaAllah!"

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The past couple of weeks have been a turbulent stretch for Mokaev, who lost his spot on the UFC roster. While he initially claimed that he was willing to 'fight for free' to secure a new UFC contract, the 24-year-old seems to be embracing positive news thanks to PFL Peter Murray, who had nothing but praises for 'The Punisher'.