Watch: Islam Makhachev Makes a Surprise Visit at Conor McGregor’s TUF 31

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Discover Islam Makhachev paying a visit at Conor McGregor’s TUF 31. Despite losing one match after another, team McGregor was able to somehow halt the Chandler onslaught. As Brad Katona left the team of Michael Chandler, he was warmly welcomed by Conor McGregor. ‘The Notorious’ gifted him a Team McGregor shirt. As Katona was set to fight Timur Valiev, he received a visit and support from unexpected quarters. Islam Makhachev visited him. Explore the encouraging words the Dagestani star had for Valiev.

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Islam Makhachev visits Timur Valiev

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The lightweight champion, Islam Makhachev, visited Valiev during the training session at the UFC Apex. Valiev was training hard for the bantamweight semifinals against Brad Katona.

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On the occasion Makhachev had some nice words for Valiev. He said, “I know Timur like many, many years. We trained together like many times. He’s a hard worker and I really believe he deserves to be in the UFC because he’s a professional.”

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Brad Katona gains victory over Valiev

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As Brad Katona switched to McGregor’s side, Valiev lost to his opponent even though he fiercely fought in the bantamweight semifinals

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