Ibragimov 'slays' Hooi and recovers the lightweight belt at WOW 31

Umakhan Ibragimov regained the lightweight belt at WOW 31 by stopping Brian Hooi in the first round with brutal ground-and-pound. This victory not only marks his triumphant return, but also sets up an exciting showdown with featherweight champion Zé Machado, who is in Ibragimov's sights following his previous loss. The WOW 31 card also featured a dominant performance from Muhammad Mokaev, who showed his potential as a rising star by quickly submitting his opponent.

Ibragimov's victory highlights the WOW League's growing depth in mixed martial arts, positioning him as a potential double champion in the future. Ibragimov has shown remarkable resilience in regaining his title, which could change the lightweight landscape. Mokaev, for his part, continues to cement his place among the division's elite, promising an exciting future for fans.