The reigning champion UFC in lightweight Islam Makhachev (27-1) made a memorable gesture by donating one of his championship belts to the Sports Museum of the Republic of Dagestan, as reported by Vesti.kz .
Thus, the trophy earned by the Russian in the world's most prestigious promotion will take a prominent place among the exhibits symbolizing the greatness of the Dagestani martial arts school.
"Islam came to the museum not empty-handed, but with the promised UFC championship belt. However, he did not stop there with this truly royal gift, which is destined to become a top exhibit. When the fighter saw the spacious personal stand allocated for him, he expressed his willingness to fill the empty shelves by adding items of equipment to the precious trophy. Soon after his call, gloves he used to defend his title, personalized t-shirts, and a UFC jacket were delivered to the museum," the museum's press release stated.
The last opponent of Islam Makhachev was Brazilian Renato Moicano. The Russian defeated the South American by submission in the first round at UFC 311 in Los Angeles.