Mokaev (15-0, 1NC) had a decorated amateur career with the IMMAF, and went 22-0 before turning pro. He came into the UFC one of the biggest prospects in years, and lived up to that billing - until it all came crashing down during a feud with Manel Kape that culminated in a disappointing fight at UFC 304. "The Punisher" defeated Kape by decision that night, but in the build-up to the fight, had sparked a confrontation with his opponent at the UFC PI.
"It should do wonders for his confidence moving forward as he now has confirmation that, even at high intensity, his cardio can hold up deep into the championship rounds."