Zabit Magomedsharipov wants Chad Mendes because ‘you’ve got to fight the best to become the best’

MOSCOW –  Zabit Magomedsharipov has a perfectly simple reason for wanting to share the octagon with Chad Mendes in his next bout. Magomedsharipov (16-1 MMA, 4-0 UFC) wants to climb the ranks and become UFC featherweight champion. He’s put together 12 consecutive wins, including four under the UFC banner, and is looking for a step up in competition next.

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Zabit Magomedsharipov wants Chad Mendes because ‘you’ve got to fight the best to become the best’ – MMA Junkie