Ten years ago Muhammad Mokaev moved to the UK and couldn't speak English - now he's preparing for his UFC debut.
A 12-year-old Mokaev, who fights Cody Durden at UFC London on Saturday, migrated from Dagestan alongside his father in 2012 and was raised in Wigan. He resided in a refugee camp upon his arrival and lived in tough conditions, receiving just £5 a day whilst on benefits.
Now a British citizen, Mokaev switches between several cities in the UK to prepare for his fights. He went undefeated in over 20 amateur bouts before turning professional and won the IMMAF bantamweight title in 2019.
