Muhammad Mokaev continued his impressive ascent in the UFC, maintaining his undefeated streak with a unanimous decision (UD) victory over Alex Perez at UFC Vegas 87. The win, marked by scores of 29-28 across the board, extends Mokaev's UFC record to 6-0 and 12-0 overall, making it the longest active win streak in the bantamweight division. Following the fight, Mokaev called for a title shot against Alexandre Pantoja, expressing his readiness to compete for the belt at UFC 301, just ten weeks away. Mokaev, who weighed in at 126lbs, showcased his skills with solid ground-and-pound, earning him a 10-9 score in the first round from multiple observers. His victory was broadcast live on TNT Sports and discovery+, with notable figures such as Michael Bisping and Adam Catterall looking ahead to a significant night for Mokaev.
Mokaevβs chances of getting a title shot after that performance: #UFCVegas87 https://t.co/t0YvHXcWAK
Muhammad Mokaev calls for a title shot after #UFCVegas87 https://t.co/YLSXQelzWP
Muhammad Mokaev's six-fight UFC win streak is the longest active streak in the bantamweight division π€ @MuhammadMokaev | #UFCVegas87 https://t.co/4NPyETUR5L
It didnβt come easy, but @muhammadmokaev remains undefeated and says heβs ready to fight for the title at #UFC301 if Brandon Royval canβt make it. #UFCVegas87 https://t.co/wQ2dwiJdWc
Muhammad Mokaev moves to 12-0 at #UFCVegas87 and calls for Alexandre Pantoja title fight at UFC 301. Should he get the shot? π https://t.co/ZXP1Rp7utU
"#UFC301, ten weeks from today, I'm ready to fight for the belt!" π¬π§ Is a title shot on the horizon for @MuhammadMokaev? #UFCVegas87 https://t.co/36Kys1obN5
"I'm ready to fight for the belt! Hey Dana, Hunter, Mick give me this chance!" @muhammadmokaev has eyes on the prize! π #UFCVegas87 | Live on TNT Sports & discovery+ https://t.co/3qrLcIsDhV
What a win for the STILL unbeaten Punisher! π€ π¬π§ @MuhammadMokaev putting himself RIGHT into title contention! #UFCVegas87 https://t.co/CLjcB0RQqM
STILL UNDEFEATED πͺ @MuhammadMokaev moves to 6-0 with the UD victory! #UFCVegas87 https://t.co/OUJnc0u5Cj
Mokaev wins unanimously 29-28x3. I figured it would be split but have no problem with Mokaev winning that. #UFCVegas87
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10-9 Mokaev RD1 About as clear as 10-9 as you can get. #UFCVegas87
10-9 Mokaev. Solid ground-and-pound at the end of the round.
Mature display from Mokaev as he takes round one 10-9 #UFCVegas87
Muhammad Mokaev believes βimpressiveβ win over Alex Perez makes him No. 1 contender to face Alexandre Pantoja https://t.co/R207p4XEDB
Let's gooooooooo @muhammadmokaev...Alexandre Pantoja and Rio waiting? Michael @bisping, @AdamCatterall and @Peety_Editor look ahead to a huge night for Mo π¬π§ #UFCVegas87 | LIVE from 7PM on TNT Sports & discovery+ https://t.co/ZvfnaPtwyz
LET'S GO MO! πͺ @muhammadmokaev hits the scales at 126lbs βοΈ #UFCVegas87 | Saturday, 7PM | TNT Sports 1 and discovery+ https://t.co/CFbDpHtFF2
The next step in Mokaev's mission. #UFCVegas87 https://t.co/CsBnabnB7q
Started off his UFC career with a bang and has been on a TEAR ever since π₯ @MuhammadMokaev looks to continue his dominance on Saturday! #UFCVegas87 https://t.co/uSNNRzwjyA
Muhammad Mokaev Ready for 10-Week Turnaround After UFC Vegas 87 If Title Opportunity Arrives via @CagesideJay #MMA #UFC #UFCVegas87 https://t.co/y4qPEJN6ze