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Farah Hannoun

Muhammad Mokaev reveals dislocated shoulder, but ‘will do everything to fight on UFC London’

Muhammad Mokaev suffered an injury that could jeopardize his desired return at UFC London.

Mokaev (8-0 MMA, 3-0 UFC) has been campaigning for a spot on the UFC 286 card March 18 at The O2 in London, but a dislocated right shoulder could put a halt to his plans.

Despite the need for surgery, it appears Mokaev is hoping for a quick recovery.

“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.”

Mokaev’s first two octagon bouts took place in London. He quickly submitted Cody Durden in March, then scored a lopsided decision over Charles Johnson in July. He closed out his year with a submission of Malcolm Gordon at UFC 280 in October.

The unbeaten 22-year-old has plans to become the youngest champion in UFC history, hence his eagerness to stay active. However, in a recent interview with MMA Junkie, Mokaev said he continues to struggle finding opponents and expressed interest in a matchup with top 10-ranked flyweight Amir Albazi.

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