IShowSpeed has expressed a serious desire to send his younger brother, Jamal, to Dagestan for an intensive two-to-three-year training period under the guidance of UFC lightweight champion and pound-for-pound king, Islam Makhachev.
The streamer initially floated the idea of sending Jamal to Dagestan after his brother struggled significantly, failing to complete even 20 full pushups during one of his live streams. More recently, Speed came across a video where Islam Makhachev himself reacted to this proposition.
Upon seeing Makhachev’s reaction, the American streamer decided he would immediately contact the 34-year-old fighter to formally inquire about the possibility of Jamal training in Dagestan.
IShowSpeed Lauds “Legend” Islam Makhachev, Insists Jamal Go to Dagestan
While browsing Islam Makhachev’s Instagram feed, Speed addressed his brother directly:
“Don’t no me. No real sh*t. You’re about to spend 2-3 years in Dagestan. This [Islam Makhachev] is a legend, bro. You are going to spend 2-3 years with him. You’re going to be fit… Your life will be changed bro…Why don’t you wanna go? You scared? You gotta be a man, bro.”
Jamal, however, voiced his apprehension:
“No, I’m not. He’s [Islam Makhachev] a legend, but I’m not going to Dagestan. I’m not going, bro… I’m scared, bro.”
Despite Jamal’s clear reluctance, Speed remained adamant and serious about his intentions, emphasizing that he was not trolling. He confirmed during the livestream that he had indeed direct messaged Islam Makhachev, asking if he could send Jamal to ‘Dagestan for 2-3 years and forget,’ implying a transformative experience.
In related news, Islam Makhachev is reportedly preparing for the first defense of his UFC lightweight title, with his next octagon appearance anticipated in August, as confirmed by Dana White.