The rescheduling of the bout turned out to be a fortunate turn of events for Dariush. By agreeing to fight on the new date, the Iranian fighter managed to secure the support of the UFC management, which boosted his chances of entering the title picture.
In a momentous event held in Abu Dhabi last year, Islam Makhachev emerged as the victor, claiming the vacant UFC lightweight title. Employing his exceptional skills, he executed a submission against former champion Charles Oliveira, securing the undisputed gold. Following this remarkable achievement, Makhachev successfully defended his championship once, solidifying his position as a formidable force in the division.
With his sights set on his next bout, the significance of the UFC 289 co-main event cannot be overstated for Islam Makhachev and all parties involved.
