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Khabib Nurmagomedov gives Islam Makhachev ultimate compliment following UFC 330: "He has reached the pinnacle of this sport"
Zuffa LLCKhabib Nurmagomedov has some big praise for Islam Makhachev in the aftermath of UFC 330.
Makhachev was in search of history this past Saturday in Philadelphia. The king of the welterweight division had his first successful 170-pound title defense, and broke a UFC record for most consecutive wins. Makhachev utilized his grappling and had success in the standup against Ian Machado Garry to fight his way to a unanimous decision.
Nurmagomedov was the main voice in Makhachev's corner on fight night, and he hopped on Instagram to share the utmost praise for his longtime friend and protege.
“There's a word: Achievement,†Nurmagomedov wrote. “In sports, it means a lot, and Islam and ‘achievement' are synonyms. He has reached the pinnacle of this sport, broken the record for the longest winning streak in UFC history, and is rightfully considered one of the best athletes to ever step into the Octagon. May the Almighty keep you safe, Brother.â€
Prior to Saturday's big UFC on Paramount+ event, longtime color commentator Joe Rogan said he wouldn't be surprised if Makhahcev were to retire with a win over Garry, but the 170-pound ruler doesn't plan to wrap things up just yet. Makhachev will be taking some time to heal up following a hard-fought win over Garry, but he wants to fight again prior to Ramadan.
Top welterweight contenders Carlos Prates and Michael Morales were in attendance for UFC 330. Makhachev has said he believes Prates is ahead of Morales on the pecking order. The champion believes Morales has been too inactive and needs to at least win a No. 1 contender fight.
As for Garry, he issued a video statement on his Instagram page. “The Future†claimed to have taken Makhachev to the wire, and he still believes he can become a UFC titleholder.
Who should be the next challenger for Islam Makhachev's UFC welterweight title? Join in on the conversation in the comments below.
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UFC Paris Post Show: Reaction to Salahdine Parnasse’s quick win over Dan Hooker, and where he goes next
Today's UFC Paris event was headlined by a lightweight contest featuring Dan Hooker taking on Salahdine Parnasse.
Hooker (24-15 MMA) had entered the contest with hopes of snapping a two-fight losing skid. ‘The Hangman' had most previously competed this past February at UFC 325 in Sydney, where he suffered a second-round TKO loss to Benoit Saint Denis. That setback was preceded by a submission defeat to Arman Tsarukyan in November of last year. Prior to those losses, Dan Hooker had put together a three-fight winning streak, a stretch which included victories over Jalin Turner and Mateusz Gamrot.
Meanwhile, Salahdine Parnasse (24-2 MMA) was making his Octagon debut this evening in Paris. The former two-division KSW champion had entered the contest on a five-fight winning streak, with his most recent victory coming over Kenneth Cross at May's ‘Rousey vs. Carano' MVP MMA event.
Tonight's UFC Paris headliner proved to be a coming out party for Salahdine Parnasse. The former KSW champion made quick work of Dan Hooker, disposing of ‘The Hangman' in the very first round. The finishing sequence began with a kick to the liver and ended with a nasty left hand that sent Hooker crashing to the canvas. It was an impressive showing for the UFC newcomer and sets him up for a high profile fight next time up.
Official UFC Paris Results: Salahdine Parnasse def. Dan Hooker via KO (punches) at 2:35 of Round 1
Check out how the pros reacted to ‘Hooker vs. Parnasse' below:
Here. We. Go.#UFCParÃs pic.twitter.com/HWaWXV46Qr
— Jed I. Goodman © (@jedigoodman) September 5, 2026
Man i got a feeling Dan bout to be put out cold….
— UFC Roster Watch (@UFCRosterWatch) September 5, 2026
Post-fight reactions to Parnasse defeating Hooker at UFC Paris:
Wow. impressive performance. Patient, methodical and when he decided to go was able to finish it. #UFCParÃs
— Alan Jouban (@AlanJouban) September 5, 2026
Parnasse is going to be a problem
So fast, so powerful, so precise and with that sort of killer instinct when he smells blood in the water.
Impressive debut with the first round TKO of Dan Hooker.
— Aaron Bronsteter (@aaronbronsteter) September 5, 2026
I cannot believe people thought Dan Hooker would beat Salahdine Parnasse. #UFCParis
— Adam Martin (@MMAdamMartin) September 5, 2026
Wowwwwwwww. Blitzed him. Salahdine Parnasse has arrived.
— caposa (@Grabaka_Hitman) September 5, 2026
Damn did him bad Parnasse welcome to rankings and the ufcðŸ‘ðŸ‘ðŸ‘
— Terrance McKinney (@twrecks155) September 5, 2026
Aight he's getting Michael Chandler next
— Belal Muhammad (@bullyb170) September 5, 2026
Early thoughts on Parnasse. He can fight top level. No doubt! Not great on the mic though. Had the opportunity for a Uros Medic moment in his home country. Just didn't have that thing. #UFCParÃs
— Alan Jouban (@AlanJouban) September 5, 2026
Who would you like to see Salahdine Parnasse fight next following his knockout victory over Dan Hooker this afternoon in France? Share your thoughts in the comment section PENN Nation!
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We have you covered for all of today's UFC Paris results, including the lightweight main event between Dan Hooker and Salahdine Parnasse.
Hooker (24-14 MMA) will enter the contest with hopes of snapping a two-fight losing skid. ‘The Hangman' most previously competed this past February at UFC 325 in Sydney, where he suffered a second-round TKO loss to Benoit Saint Denis. That setback was preceded by a submission loss to Arman Tsarukyan in November of last year. Prior to those defeats, Dan Hooker had put together a three-fight winning streak, a stretch which included victories over Jalin Turner and Mateusz Gamrot.
Meanwhile, Salahdine Parnasse (23-2 MMA) will be making his Octagon debut this evening in Paris. The former two-division KSW champion will enter the contest on a five-fight winning streak, with his most recent victory coming over Kenneth Cross at May's ‘Rousey vs. Carano' MVP MMA event.
WHAT WE'VE BEEN WAITING FOR 🇫🇷
@DanTheHangman vs @SalahdineP[ #UFCParis main event is LIVE NOW on @ParamountPlus ] pic.twitter.com/p58C6FxA74
— UFC (@ufc) September 5, 2026
Round one of the UFC Paris headliner begins and Dan Hooker is being very patient early. Salahdine Parnasse is using a lot of feints and movement. Both men connect with kicks from range. Hooker continues to dish out the low kicks, but Parnasse is checking most of them. Salahdine is backing ‘The Hangman' up against the cage. A heavy body kick from Parnasse hurts Hooker! That looked like a liver shot. Hooker is doubled over and covering up! Salahdine Parnasse swarms him with shots. A big left hand drops the UFC veteran and this one is all over! WOW! What a debut!
Parnasse destroys Dan Hooker in the first. 😤 pic.twitter.com/71TM9nW4O1
— BlockBet (@BlockBetGG) September 5, 2026
🇫🇷👑 SALAHDINE PARNASSE EST JUSTE MONSTRUEUX !!!!!!!
KO 1er ROUND, DAN HOOKER N’A PAS EXISTÉ !!!!#RMCMMA #UFCParis pic.twitter.com/6nEwZLjfub
— RMC Sport Combat (@RMCSportCombat) September 5, 2026
Official UFC Paris Results: Salahdine Parnasse def. Dan Hooker via KO (punches) at 2:35 of Round 1
Who would you like to see Parnasse fight next following his knockout victory over Hooker this afternoon in France? Share your thoughts in the comment section PENN Nation!
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