The fight took place under the dominance of the Russian and was stopped in the third round after a successful choke hold.
At the professional level, Makhachev won the 19th victory with one defeat.
Askarov previously defeated Benavidez at UFC 259.
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2021-03-07T04:35:52.344Z
Russian mixed martial arts fighter Islam Makhachev defeated American Drew Dober at the UFC 259 Ultimate Fighting Championship, which was held in Las Vegas.
The fight took place under the dominance of the Russian and was stopped in the third round after a successful choke hold.
At the professional level, Makhachev won the 19th victory with one defeat.
Askarov previously defeated Benavidez at UFC 259.
Source: russiart