Shara Magomedov misplaced for the primary time in his profession at UFC Battle Evening 250 and is now indicating he did so whereas battling a medical concern.
Hours after Magomedov (15-1 MMA, 4-1 UFC) misplaced to Michael Web page (23-3 MMA, 2-1 UFC) in Saturday’s co-main occasion in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, he issued a press release on Instagram by which he wrote his preparation and efficiency was impacted by a well being situation, although remained unspecific to the character of the ailment.
“The pirate sails into the harbor, however I’ll return!
“I knew all of the dangers when stepping in with such a nightmarish well being situation and preparation. I felt that regardless of all the pieces, I might nonetheless win—nevertheless it didn’t work out, and that’s it.
“Thanks to the @ufc group for this chance and to everybody concerned. I wished to placed on a present and meet expectations with out canceling the combat.
“Thanks to everybody who stands by me in any scenario! Alhamdulillah.”
Magomedov, 30, hits a bump within the highway after 4 wins together with two finishes within the UFC. His preventing type and picture garnered a lot fandom and a spotlight since even earlier than his promotional debut in 2021. He now has the chance to try a bounce-back for the primary time.
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