"I can kill him, like I will kill him and put an end to this Hannibal stuff. He's strong and dangerous. Very explosive, but I am more of a threat than him. He's never fought a guy like me."
"Kakohorov's (13-1) confidence stems from the five-fight win streak he carries into the cage and nine knockouts on his ledger. The 2023 Professional Fighters League Europe bantamweight champion was on a tear, but has been sidelined since June 2024."
"Preparing for a title shot has forced the 34-year-old to sharpen his entire skill set. Despite being known for his explosive striking, Kakhorov thinks his grappling could play a major role in the fight and is prepared to submit the Brazilian if the opportunity presents itself."
Khurshed Kakhorov prepares to challenge Igor Severino for the vacant Oktagon MMA bantamweight title at Oktagon 85 in Hamburg, Germany. Severino, a former UFC prospect, gained notoriety for biting opponent Andre Lima during his UFC debut and was subsequently released. He has since rebranded himself as "The Hannibal" with Oktagon MMA. Kakhorov, carrying a five-fight win streak and nine knockouts, expresses confidence in his superiority, dismissing Severino's mind games. The 34-year-old Tajikistan native was previously scheduled to fight Severino in October but suffered a staph infection that forced him to miss weight and withdraw. Now recovered, Kakhorov aims to capture his second title while showcasing improved grappling alongside his renowned striking.
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