Michael Bisping Gives His Unreserved Opinion on Shara Magomedov’s First Professional Loss
As the smoke clears after the UFC Saudi Arabi co-main event. Michael “The Count” Bisping gives his brutally honest breakdown of Shara Bullet’s [Magomedov] performance against Michael “Venum ” Page. Bisping starts with ” ‘Shara Bullet’ 15-0, unbelievable striker, a great human being, and of course, my one-eyed brother.” This is where Bisping gets to his point ” I’ve got a lot of respect for this guy, but I’ve gotta call it like I see it. ‘MVP’ [Page] was by far the better man tonight.” Man was the Count ever on the money Magomedov lost a one-sided unanimous decision that left Magomedov holding his first professional loss.
Biggest Moment of Shara Magomedov’s Professional Career
UFC Saudi Arabia was the second co-main event for Magomedov’s UFC career. This one was different than the last, the stakes were the highest they have ever been for Shara Bullet. MVP is not only the most diverse opponent Magomedov has faced but also the most notable. Although Magomedov holds wins over Arman Petrosyan, Michal Oleksijczuk, and Antonio Trocoli none are more dangerous than Page. Mix in the cold truth that Magomedov had called for a fight with former middleweight champion Israel Adesanya. But found himself standing in front of a six-foot-three Michael Page who moved up a weight class leaving Magomedov feeling a step behind and holding his first pro loss.
Bisping Calls Magomedov Convetional
Bisping spoke very highly of Magomedov during his YouTube breakdown of the co-main. He also stood on business when he broke down the truth about Magomedov vs Page.” He [Page] was the better striker, he was in control, he was dominant, and he was owing the Octagon.” Magomedov a Russian knock-out wizard and creator of the Double-Bullet (Double spinning backfist) was left frozen in front of Page.” More important he was frustrating Shara Bullet! Sara is a really good striker, he’s very aggressive and he’s got really fast kicks, but he’s kind of conventional. that is probably why MVP called him out. Because he’s seen that style a thousand times.” Bisping finishes.
The Pirate Sails Into the Harbor but I Will Return
After his first Pro loss, Magomedov released a statement on social media. Shara Bullet in his post following his unanimous decision loss to page blamed his shortcomings on a “nightmarish health condition“. Magomedov also pledged to come back after the fight impacting injury. Magomedov states ” I knew all the risk when stepping in with such a nightmarish health condition and preparation. “I felt that despite everything, I could still win- but it didn’t work out, and that’s it. “Thank you to the @ufc organization for this opportunity and to everyone involved. I wanted to put on a show and meet expectations without canceling the fight. Thank you.”
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