Media Drew Dober: Islam Makhachev is not a risk taker like Khabib; kinda plays it safe

[Peli]

I have to agree with Dober. Leon Edwards has the same problem. These guys don't really go for it. I understand their view somewhat too. Why accrue the risk of more damage when you don't have to? But that doesn't get you paid or get you to the title fights as fast

 

[flowoftruth]

he got the finish though hey

 

[Reign009]

Well, it's really more of a compliment to Khabib than anything else.

 

[Orochimaru 大蛇丸]

That's his personality, I don't think he can just change and be like Khabib

Khabib has a crazy streak like all of the great fighters

 

[GreatSaintGuillotine]

Yeah Khabib is very offensive minded. If you're not actively passing, attacking, etc then you're a step behind.

I respect that mindset. Still, I think Islam has the smarter style for his longevity as a fighter. He isn't a terminator like Khabib.

 

[King Joffery]

Was Khabib really a risk taker? Never tried his hand at 170 and was a bit of a pullout merchant and before his winning the title he won a lot by decision.

 

[GreatSaintGuillotine]

he got the finish though hey

Because he wasn't playing it safe

 

[Area809]

Was Khabib really a risk taker? Never tried his hand at 170 and was a bit of a pullout merchant and before his winning the title he won a lot by decision.

He’s referring to fighting style. Khabib definitely took risks in the cage. Just because he has a grappling heavy game doesn’t mean he’s not taking risks. Just because he wins decisions, doesn’t mean he’s not taking risks.

 

[JustOnce]

I have to agree with Dober. Leon Edwards has the same problem. These guys don't really go for it. I understand their view somewhat too. Why accrue the risk of more damage when you don't have to? But that doesn't get you paid or get you to the title fights as fast

Khabib is the risk taker? Is this guy delusional or something?

 

[Jose Beehive]

Yeah Islam always looks like he's slightly distant in his head imo. Dreaming of horses no doubt.

 

[Krimzon]

playing it safe wins fights, see Mayweather, GSP, Hendricks.

see every dude panic wrestling when they get hit.

Hate the game.

 

[Hellowhosthat]

Was Khabib really a risk taker? Never tried his hand at 170 and was a bit of a pullout merchant and before his winning the title he won a lot by decision.

He went to his back from mount with a triangle with Gaethje.

 

[Sneed&Feed]

Islam has the weight of Khabib's well deserved hype on his shoulders. He can't afford to take risks by fighting in a stupid manner. Every single move he does in a fight is going to get scrutinized and criticized, everyone expects near perfect performances out of him.

 

[GreatSaintGuillotine]

Khabib is the risk taker? Is this guy delusional or something?

He's 100% correct. Khabib is extremely offensive minded and will give up positions that ge can easily ride out in favor of positions where he can attack.

He won't do stupid shit, of course . However, Khabib will always act in favor of the offensive option. Always move forward. Always throw GnP. Always threaten the sub. Always threaten the takedown. Etc

 

[kingmob6]

Was Khabib really a risk taker? Never tried his hand at 170 and was a bit of a pullout merchant and before his winning the title he won a lot by decision.

nice try...he was 11-0 at WW

 

[JustOnce]

He's 100% correct. Khabib is extremely offensive minded and will give up positions that ge can easily ride out in favor of positions where he can attack.

He won't do stupid shit, of course . However, Khabib will always act in favor of the offensive option. Always move forward. Always throw GnP. Always threaten the sub. Always threaten the takedown. Etc

Oh boy quite delusional, jeez.

 

[Peli]

Oh boy quite delusional, jeez.

are there any fighters you actually like? every post I see from you is shitting on another fighter lol.

 

[AldoStillGoat]

Khabib has the better chin but I think Islam is more technical

he takes less risks because he has to ... one shot and he’s out of title contention... whereas khabib can afford to take more risks with his round head

 

[JustOnce]

are there any fighters you actually like? every post I see from you is shitting on another fighter lol.

I like Islam. Khabib isn't so bad. But calling Khabib a risk taker is pretty delusional.

 

[GreatSaintGuillotine]

Oh boy quite delusional, jeez.

No counter argument. Just hate from you, per usual. It must get old being bitter about every mainstream fighter