Surprised Quotes by Islam Makhachev

All Surprised statements made by Islam Makhachev across interviews, press conferences, and social media.

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Nov 17, 2025 surprised
Islam Makhachev on Carlos Prates
“I am surprised how this guy who smokes all day beat the former champion.”

– via the UFC 322 Post Fight Press Conference, reacting to Carlos Prates' knockout win over Leon Edwards
— Islam Makhachev
Nov 14, 2025 surprised
Islam Makhachev on Carlos Prates
“Today I saw a guy, Carlos Prates... he was eating Nutella cake at lunchtime in fight week. It’s something I never do. I understand I am bigger than this guy, you know. I don’t touch anything other than what the nutrition team gives me, and I still have to cut so much”

– via an episode of 'Anatomy of a Fighter', expressing surprise at Carlos Prates' food intake.
— Islam Makhachev