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MMA · 2026-11-01

Cain Velasquez recalls early sparring that revealed Islam Makhachev's talent

Former UFC heavyweight champion Cain Velasquez recalled being impressed by Islam Makhachev during early American Kickboxing Academy sparring sessions. In a newly published interview, Velasquez credited Makhachev's all-around technique and discussed the growth of MMA. His remarks are retrospective, not a new fight announcement.

Source: MMA Fighting