Overview
- Islam Makhachev said Zaynukov was shocked by his New York reception and quoted Khabib Nurmagomedov’s guidance to let the hype chase him.
- Bloody Elbow reported Zaynukov may be awaiting punishment related to the Dillon Danis brawl, leaving his first UFC booking unresolved.
- The 8-0 prospect secured a UFC contract on Dana White’s Contender Series in 2025 but has not been assigned a debut.
- Makhachev suggested Rafael Fiziev as a compelling future opponent for Zaynukov, though he acknowledged it is unlikely for a debut.
- Zaynukov shared an emotional message about his late father, while Hype FC separately pitched an unconfirmed Danis grappling match in Armenia.