Muhammad Mokaev continues to add to his accolades despite being snubbed by the UFC over two years ago.
Mokaev came into the UFC in 2022 with a very specific goal in mind: to become the new youngest champion in the promotion’s history. He didn’t manage to break that record, which is still held by Jon Jones at 23 years of age. And then things got worse for him when the UFC refused to re-sign him following the conclusion of his contract in 2024.
Two years later, and Mokaev is still striving to be recognized as the best. On Sunday August 30th he added to his record by defeating Moris Boleian via decision at ACBJJ 22 in Turkey.
“Today I became ACBJJ champion,” Mokaev said in a new video on social media. “Dana said two years ago, ‘He can become champion somewhere else.’ I became BRAVE CF champion, I became ACBJJ champion, I won 5 fights, 4 finishes within two years, staying busy, staying active and showing the world, taking over the 125 division outside the UFC.”
“I’m gonna keep grinding, I’m 26, and thank you for the support.”
There was no ask to return to the UFC in his message, but he did tag White in his online message. Unfortunately, Mokaev is still defined by that decision from UFC brass to ditch him. He’s 4-0 in MMA and 1-2 in grappling since his departure, with a Karate Combat knockout to boot. Not a bad resume at all. But without the UFC’s support it will be difficult for him to be recognized as the best flyweight.
Should Dana White reconsider his stance on Mokaev and bring him back into the promotion’s fold?