Muhammad Mokaev claims he’s best flyweight in world after UFC exit

Muhammad Mokaev is convinced he’s the best flyweight across mixed martial arts.

Mokaev (17-0) continues to win titles outside the Ultimate Fighting Championship since his controversial exit from the promotion. He repeatedly campaigned for a UFC return while picking up wins in MMA, submission grappling and Karate Combat.

When asked by Red Corner MMA whether he considers himself the best 125-pounder in the world, Mokaev reiterated his past claims. The Dagestan-born Brit added that he’ll continue winning outside the UFC after being denied a title shot in the premier organization.

“I just know it,” Mokaev said. “I know they just didn’t give me a chance to get the belt. I’ll keep collecting belts all over the world and calling their fighters out.”

After leaving the UFC, he won the Brave CF flyweight championship before adding the ACBJJ title to his list of accolades. After winning the latter, “The Punisher” sent a message to UFC CEO Dana White.

“Dana said two years ago, ‘Become champion somewhere else.’ I became Brave CF champion, ACBJJ champion, five fights, four finishes, staying busy and showing the world why I'm the best flyweight in the world,” Mokaev previously said in a video posted on social media.