Shavkat Rakhmonov shows progress in MMA recovery with light wrestling
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 5:13 AM
Last updated Sep 22, 2026
Shavkat Rakhmonov continues to recover from multiple leg injuries, recently sharing a video of himself performing light wrestling. The undefeated welterweight's last competition was in December 2024. This comes after Rakhmonov expressed frustration over not being mentioned among top contenders by champion Islam Makhachev. Makhachev indicated he would consider a matchup once Rakhmonov fully recovers.
- •Rakhmonov has not fought since December 2024.
- •He recently trained in light wrestling without a protective boot.
- •Rakhmonov is a perfect 19-0 in his professional career.
- •Makhachev responded to Rakhmonov's call for a fight, citing recovery time.
- •Recent videos show Rakhmonov in good spirits and training actively.
- 5:13 AMYahoo Sports — Shavkat Rakhmonov is back to wrestling in encouraging UFC return sign
- 5:13 AMSherdog — Shavkat Rakhmonov is back to wrestling in encouraging UFC return sign
"Shavkat Rakhmonov’s recovery and rehabilitation from multiple leg injuries is seemingly moving in the right direction.
"Shavkat Rakhmonov’s recovery and rehabilitation from multiple leg injuries is seemingly moving in the right direction.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 22, 2026, 5:13 AMShavkat Rakhmonov is back to wrestling in encouraging UFC return sign
Shavkat Rakhmonov’s recovery and rehabilitation from multiple leg injuries is seemingly moving in the right direction.
- SherdogSep 22, 2026, 5:13 AMShavkat Rakhmonov is back to wrestling in encouraging UFC return sign
Shavkat Rakhmonov’s recovery and rehabilitation from multiple leg injuries is seemingly moving in the right direction.
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