King Green makes stunning claim about competing against Islam Makhachev

King Green has leveled serious allegations against Islam Makhachev and other top UFC fighters, claiming he felt a noticeable difference when grappling with the lightweight champion compared to other opponents, attributing it to performance-enhancing drug use. Speaking on Arnold Barboza's Kick stream, Green said his extensive grappling experience—he claims to have trained with thousands of people—gave him the ability to recognize when fighters were using banned substances. While declining to name specific athletes, Green alleged that multiple UFC titleholders and top-level competitors are still cheating despite the organization's testing protocols, suggesting they have the financial resources and knowledge to evade detection. Green's comments stem from his 2022 bout with Makhachev, when he stepped in on short notice to replace Beneil Dariush. Makhachev dominated that encounter, securing a first-round finish with heavy ground-and-pound. Green, who holds a 36-17-1 record and is currently riding a four-fight winning streak with three finishes, will next face Esteban Ribovics (16-3) at UFC 332 on October 3 at Delta Center in Salt Lake City. While doping allegations are not uncommon in combat sports, fighter claims of detecting drug use through feel alone remain unverified and speculative, though they often spark broader discussions about the effectiveness of anti-doping enforcement in the UFC.