Shavkat Rakhmonov concerns fans with rehab footage, hasn't fought in 18 months

Shavkat Rakhmonov alarmed his fanbase by posting rehabilitation footage showing him far from fighting condition. The Kazakh welterweight contender has not competed in over a year and a half. Meanwhile, a confrontation developed between Caio Borralho and Dricus Du Plessis in South Africa, with Borralho challenging the champion and Du Plessis inviting him to spar at his gym. Du Plessis questioned why Borralho believes he deserves a title shot. Additionally, multiple insiders reported that a bout between Du Plessis and Kamaru Usman is being developed. The extended layoff for Rakhmonov raises questions about his return timeline and condition.