Michael Morales aims for fight with Shavkat Rakhmonov in UFC
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 4:33 AM
Last updated Oct 5, 2026
Michael Morales expressed interest in a matchup against Shavkat Rakhmonov for his next UFC fight. After not competing since his TKO victory over Sean Brady at UFC 322 last November, Morales is seeking to challenge Rakhmonov, who has been sidelined for two years due to injuries. He originally hoped for a title shot against Islam Makhachev but noted that Makhachev is set to face Carlos Prates instead. Morales called out Rakhmonov through social media, emphasizing his desire for a bout against the former No. 1 contender. A matchup between Morales and Rakhmonov could serve as a key fight in the welterweight division's title picture, depending on Rakhmonov's health status.
- •Michael Morales hasn't fought since UFC 322 last November.
- •Shavkat Rakhmonov has been out for two years injured.
- •Morales is aiming for a fight against Rakhmonov next.
- •Islam Makhachev is expected to fight Carlos Prates soon.
- •A Morales-Rakhmonov bout could impact the welterweight title picture.
- 4:33 AMYahoo Sports — Michael Morales Calls Out Shavkat Rakhmonov
"UFC welterweight contender Michael Morales is interested in fighting Shavkat Rakhmonov for his next fight inside the Octagon.Morales has not fought since his TKO win over Sean Brady last November at UFC 322. He would like to fight UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev next, but it appears that Makhachev is fighting Carlos Prates instead.Therefore, Morales […] The post Michael Morales Calls Out Shavkat Rakhmonov appeared first on HEAVY.
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