Ranked UFC flywight dismisses everyone in division except 2 fighters

Surging UFC flyweight prospect Muhammad Mokaev recently provided an update on the recovery process of his shoulder injury while throwing shade on his fellow fighters in the division. The Dagestan-born Englishman also claimed that he still intends to compete on the London card on March 18.

However, the undefeated fighter highlighted two particular flyweights that he holds in exceptional esteem. While claiming that nobody in his division was "special," he named Henry Cejudo and Demetrious Johnson as unique individuals.

In his tweet, he wrote:

"On the way back to the UK. Will start my rehab, I will be ready March 18th! I’m more motivated than these guys in this division! The only guys who were the problem in the division were Mighty Mouse and Triple C and at the moment I don’t see anyone special!"

Read the tweet below:

The 22-year-old made waves after a blistering start to his career in the promotion. He has a perfect 3-0 record in the UFC and currently sports a perfect 9-0 record with one no-contest through the first 10 fights of his career.

Place your bets for the upcoming UFC Fight Night main card and earn $$$

---

Muhammad Mokaev suffers dislocated shoulder, still aims to fight at UFC 286 in London

Muhammad Mokaev's 2023 started off with a nasty shoulder surgery that required him to undergo surgery and has put his upcoming matchup in jeopardy. However, the young fighter seems intent on making his way to the octagon come March 18.

In a tweet posted on December 30, the No.14-ranked flyweight updated his followers about his injury, writing:

"Unfortunately I have dislocated my shoulder, now I will wait for the operation! Thanks to all my supporters I will be back as soon as possible, I promise you! Love you all!"

Muhammad Mokaev further continued:

"Exact same day last year I have broke my hand before my UFC debut in London, I will do everything to fight on UFC London card! I tried to keep the operation till after the fight but I can’t even lift my arm."

Read the tweets below:

Interestingly, Mokaev’s first two bouts took place in London. He quickly defeated Cody Durden via first-round submission in March, followed by a decision win over Charles Johnson in July. He closed out his year with an impressive third-round submission win over Malcolm Gordon in October.

The unbeaten 22-year-old has plans to overtake Jon Jones to become the youngest champion in promotional history.