UFC Kazakh or Hardcore Cossack? Maksim Divnich vs Damir Ismagulov! Battle for the Champion Belt!

Damir Ismagilov unexpectedly announced his retirement at the peak of his career, leaving behind a record of five victories in six UFC fights and a dominant reign as M‑1 Challenge lightweight champion. The video revisits one of his most memorable bouts, the M‑1 Challenge 78 main event in Orenburg in May 2017, where he faced former M‑1 lightweight champion Maxim Divnich. The match showcased Divnich’s long‑time M‑1 Global presence and his relentless fighting style, while Ismagilov sought to reclaim the championship belt he once held, all before a home‑crowd audience.