Movsar Evloev attacks critics following controversial win at UFC London

Movsar Evloev had to fend off the critics after overcoming Lerone Murphy in a tight decision victory at UFC London . In view of a hostile crowd at the O2 Arena in England, the Russian bettered his previously undefeated opponent, Lerone Murphy , claiming a unanimous decision victory on enemy territory. Despite being the first man to beat the Brit, likely setting himself up for a future title opportunity, the 32-year-old has been the target for criticism from his fellow featherweights.

After extending his record to a perfect 20-0, Movsar Evloev thanked Dana White and the UFC for the opportunity to face Murphy in the UK. "Saturday night, I had so much fun inside the octagon, and I felt absolutely no pressure," Evloev said in a post on social media. "It wasn't easy getting there, but once I stepped inside, I felt like a kid in the park.

I want to thank the UFC for giving me the opportunity to headline in such a big arena, and I can't wait to do it again. Thank you, Dana White, Sean Shelby, [and] Mr. Hunter Campbell.

" Saturday night, I had so much fun inside the Octagon, and I felt absolutely no pressure. It wasn’t easy getting there, but once I stepped inside, I felt like a kid in the park. I want to thank the UFC for giving me the opportunity to headline in such a big arena, and I can’t wait… — Movsar Evloev (@MovsarUFC) March 23, 2026 Movsar Evloev later addressed his doubters' comments.