At UFC 296, Shavkat Rakhmonov faced Stephen Thompson in a welterweight bout. Rakhmonov, the biggest favorite, aimed to prove his title worthiness. Thompson also sought a title shot with a win. Rakhmonov, from Kazakhstan, expressed confidence in finishing Thompson and securing a title shot. In the fight, Rakhmonov submitted Thompson with a rear-naked choke in the second round, maintaining his perfect record of 18 wins and finishes. This victory marked the first time Thompson had been submitted in his 25-fight career. Rakhmonov's impressive performance has sparked discussions about his readiness for a title shot in the welterweight division.
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Shavkat Rakhmonov: 'I'm definitely ready for the title shot' after win over Stephen Thompson at #UFC296 https://t.co/5SZjw3aCWe
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🇰🇿 Shavkat Rakhmonov speaks abut his incredible fanbase in Kazakhstan after defeating Wonderboy 🎤@CarolinePearce #UFC296 https://t.co/t2MD7rXVrY
18 wins. 18 finishes for @rakhmonov1994 🔥 Shavkat Rakhmonov is coming for the UFC welterweight title 🏆 🇰🇿 #UFC296 https://t.co/iSGiiBBiEx
"I don't know who my next opponent will be but I'm ready for anyone." Shavkat Rakhmonov becomes the first person to submit Stephen "Wonderboy" Thompson at #UFC296‼️ All Fight Results ➡️: https://t.co/aSf06Onozl
#UFC296 results: Shavkat Rakhmonov rear-naked chokes Stephen Thompson, calls for title shot https://t.co/dOYQZSvbkU
UFC 296 video: Shavkat Rakhmonov calls for title shot after choking out Stephen ‘Wonderboy’ Thompson https://t.co/GBEAIdjhfc
With seconds left in the 2nd round, Shavkat Rakhmonov stays undefeated & becomes the first fighter to submit Wonderboy! https://t.co/LKiLy5coGw
Should Shavkat Rakhmonov be next for a welterweight title shot? 🤔 #UFC296 #UFC #MMA https://t.co/DM43QPjMzW
#UFC296 Official Scorecard: Shavkat Rakhmonov (@Rakhmonov1994) vs Stephen Thompson Every scorecard from the judges ➡️: https://t.co/Hk1uM6JQZC https://t.co/GUSSRk6Kw3
"I believe the winner of the title fight, I'm ready to fight him." @Rakhmonov1994 has eyes on the prize! 🏆 #UFC296 https://t.co/ff0WNWyUBJ
#UFC296 Official Result: Shavkat Rakhmonov (@Rakhmonov1994) defeats Stephen Thompson by Submission due to a Rear Naked Choke at 4:56 in Round 2. All Fight Results ➡️: https://t.co/aSf06Onozl
SHAVKAT SUBMITS WONDERBOY IN ROUND TWO #UFC296 GET HIM HIS TITLE SHOT https://t.co/Ht9xFgZDhu
Shavkat Rakhmonov submits Stephen Thompson to remain undefeated 😤 #UFC296 https://t.co/YPIUhckpl7
Shavkat Rakhmonov is the first man to submit Stephen Wonderboy Thompson and improves to 18-0 🔥 DC said earlier if Shavkat finishes Wonderboy he deserves a title shot over Belal Muhammad… does he deserve next 👀 #UFC296 https://t.co/lK7pMyBVMX
Shavkat Rakhmonov is the real deal. He's going to fight for a title eventually, no doubt. #UFC296
#UFC296 results: Shavkat Rakhmonov def. Stephen Thompson via submission (rear-naked choke) - Round 2, 4:56 https://t.co/6bze6LBW06
STILL UNDEFEATED FOR SHAVKAT 💪 #UFC296 https://t.co/d9uQma1Uz8
Shavkat Rakhmonov improves his perfect record to 18 stoppages in 18 fights, hands Stephen Thompson the first submission loss of Wonderboy's 25-fight career https://t.co/VUt1P3jPkW
#UFC296 results: Shavkat Rakhmonov defeats Stephen Thompson via submission (rear-naked choke) - Round 2, 4:56 https://t.co/gRgUWw4fK4
ANOTHER NIGHT, ANOTHER FINISH FOR SHAVKAT RAKHMONOV 😤 #UFC296 https://t.co/RkQjzNgTRl
#UFC296 results: Shavkat Rakhmonov (@Rakhmonov1994) def. Stephen Thompson via submission (rear-naked choke) - Round 2, 4:56 Full coverage: https://t.co/BjkSdOwAxh https://t.co/zDtFxjKGHD
Shavkat Rakhmonov is a problem! He becomes the first to submit Wonderboy. #UFC296 https://t.co/sOuxITA3FT
18-0 with 18 finishes! Shavkat Rakhmonov stays perfect and becomes first to tap "Wonderboy" at #UFC296 https://t.co/iNRs0wnMgL
Wow. Rakhmonov taps Thompson with just a few seconds left in Round 2. #UFC296
Shavkat Rakhmonov beats Stephen Thompson with a rear-naked choke. Wonderboy had never been submitted in 13 years as a pro fighter. Until now. Rakhmonov is the real deal. #UFC296
Stephen Thompson taps out in round 2. Rakhmonov with the RNC. Just a smothering, punishing performance from Rakhmonov. #UFC296
18-0 FOR SHAVKAT!! 🇰🇿@Rakhmonov1994 gets the tap from Wonderboy and keeps his perfect finish rate intact 🔥 #UFC296 https://t.co/2G9H3UZA33
Shavkat Rakhmonov moves to 18-0 with a 2nd Round RNC Submission of Stephen Thompson. Rahkmonov will be Welterweight Champion in 2024 #UFC296
Shavkat Rakhmonov beats Stephen Thompson wins with a rear-naked choke. Wonderboy had never been submitted in 13 years as a pro fighter. Until now. Rakhmonov is the real deal. #UFC296
Shavkat Rakhmonov taps out Wonder Boy with an RNC in the waning seconds of round 2! Shavkat is inevitable! #UFC #UFC296 #MMATwitter
1️⃣ 8️⃣ Fights 1️⃣ 8️⃣ Wins 1️⃣ 8️⃣ Finishes @Rakhmonov1994 has defeated Stephen Thompson and his record remains PERFECT! 🇰🇿 #UFC296 https://t.co/48oJEWKTPi
Good counter early in round 2 from Rakhmonov. Thompson with a body kick. Rakhmonov goes for a single and chases Thompson to the cage. #UFC296
Welterweight Bout Stephen Thompson vs Shavkat Rakhmonov #UFC296
Shavkat Rahmonov vs Stephen Wonderboy Thompson up next. Very tough ask for Wonderboy, especially at 40 #UFC296
#UFC296 Shavkat Rakhmonav vs Stephen Thompson up next. https://t.co/fHexHzKTWc
Shavkat Rakhmonov is ready to finish Wonderboy then go for UFC gold 🤩 🇰🇿 🎤 @peety_editor / @rakhmonov1994 #UFC296 | Saturday | TNT Sports Box Office https://t.co/J8Pc8SR8t4
High stakes at welterweight! 🔥🔥🔥 Can Stephen Thompson stop the Shavkat Rakhmonov train? 🤔 #UFC296 #UFC #MMA https://t.co/3RZAWqSXPf
Can Wonderboy derail the Shavkat hype train or will the rising star take his record to 18-0?! 🚂 @Rakhmonov1994 vs. @WonderboyMMA is elite level MMA! 💯 #UFC296 | Saturday | TNT Sports Box Office https://t.co/t8Y1FxhzkP
Does Wonderboy have any chance against Shavkat on Saturday? #UFC296 presented by @DrinkMonaco https://t.co/wOhodLEJUK
“I finished all my fights & I’ll finish this one & that will mean that I’m ready for the title shot next.” Shavkat Rakhmonov (@Rakhmonov1994) believes he'll show he's next for the welterweight title with a win at #UFC296 ➡️: https://t.co/VeZOp6AHPl https://t.co/VeZOp6AHPl
Stephen Thompson thinks he'll mystify unbeaten Shavkat Rakhmonov at #UFC296. https://t.co/osqwHgrSJz
Welterweight Bout Shavkat Rakhmonov vs Stephen Thompson #UFC296 https://t.co/kKl9idLYHz
This fight 🔥 Shavkat Rakhmonov and Wonderboy face-off. #UFC296 | Saturday | TNT Sports Box Office https://t.co/nLtERUW3Uz
Shavkat and Wonderboy ready to put on a show! 😍 #UFC296 https://t.co/vo41jJsXBv
Shavkat and Wonderboy bringing the action!! 💥 @Rakhmonov1994 meets @WonderboyMMA in the Octagon at #UFC296! [ Saturday at 10pmET / 7pmPT | Live on @ESPNPlus PPV: https://t.co/IvTeJHHuOl ] https://t.co/3orOk681rK
"I've finished all my fights and I'll finish this one." Shavkat Rakhmonov (@Rakhmonov1994) is confident that he'll finish Stephen Thompson and prove he deserves to fight for the welterweight title next 🔊🆙 Order #UFC296 ➡️: https://t.co/oMU9SfzlAZ
Shavkat Rakhmonov admits it is 'hard to believe' he has risen from loading trucks in Kazakhstan to starring at UFC 296, as unbeaten welterweight relishes clash with Stephen 'Wonderboy' Thompson https://t.co/aLmYTGiEbD https://t.co/DvcsYjCoB9
Shavkat Rakhmonov, UFC 296's biggest favorite by far, approaches 'Wonderboy' Thompson with caution, excitement #UFC296 https://t.co/XNl06uGMqT https://t.co/AwHNCxMnDE
"Everybody is saying that he's the next guy to win the title so what better guy to face than this guy." Stephen Thompson (@WonderboyMMA) knows he can make a big statement with a win versus Shavkat Rahkmonov at #UFC296 🔊🆙 Order UFC 296 here ➡️: https://t.co/oMU9SfzTqx
#UFC296: It's win and you're in for a title shot for Shavkat Rakhmonov, or so he believes. via @DoubleGonTV #MMA https://t.co/BzWXvwl9Ch
Shavkat Rakhmonov Has Been Waiting For A Shot At Wonderboy #UFC296 🎥: @DoubleGOnTV Story at https://t.co/jL0SC6PTuP #UFC #MMA #ShavkatRakhmonov https://t.co/nReE8JZ2Qe
Stephen Thompson: Beating Shavkat Rakhmonov at #UFC296 would be perfect to show title worthiness https://t.co/Ki6HbSUOSL https://t.co/CgsydYPlUc
THIS FIGHT 😍 @Rakhmonov1994 🆚 @WonderboyMMA 🔥 #UFC296 | Saturday | TNT Sports Box Office https://t.co/L3NIxfVF1Y
#UFC296: Even at 40-years-old Stephen "Wonderboy" Thompson is looking for a title shot with a win over #5 ranked Shavkat Rakhmonov, talks Cobra Kai via @DoubleGonTV #MMA https://t.co/DESdgMrcFN