Mokaev wants Joshua Van next, citing results against shared opponents

Muhammad Mokaev says he wants to fight Joshua Van next and is “levels above” him. He cites Van going to a decision with Cody Durden versus his own finish of Durden in under a minute, and says he beat Charles Johnson, whom Van lost to by knockout.

The column describes the matchup as an appealing style clash, but its writer says Mokaev remains persona non grata with UFC brass and quips the fight may be five years away.