Jason Jackson calls for UFC contract to challenge champion Islam Makhachev

Former Bellator champion Jason Jackson has publicly requested a contract with the UFC, claiming he is capable of defeating reigning welterweight champion Islam Makhachev. Jackson, who holds a 20-6 record, stated he believes the promotion is avoiding his signing due to his age and the potential for him to disrupt the division's current hierarchy. He cited his previous training performance against Ian Garry and a victory over Yaroslav Amosov as evidence that he remains a top-tier threat. Jackson most recently secured a 20-second knockout victory at a Most Valuable Promotions event in May. The fighter argues that his competitive history, including his win over Amosov, warrants an opportunity to test his skills against the current UFC titleholder.

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