UFC star Joaquin Buckley is making waves with a bold claim: He’s the welterweight division’s Voldemort—feared but unspoken. Despite a recent loss to Kamaru Usman, Buckley insists he’s just one win away from a title shot. But here’s where it gets controversial: he’s calling out Usman as the rightful next contender, even though many believe others deserve the spot. In a candid YouTube video, Buckley argues Usman’s legacy and recent performance against Khamzat Chimaev on short notice prove he’s the man to beat. But this is the part most people miss: Buckley feels overlooked, claiming fighters in his division avoid mentioning his name like he’s the infamous Harry Potter villain. He’s not holding back, either—he wants a showdown with Shavkat Rakhmonov, a rising star recovering from injury, to prove he’s title-ready. ‘Give me a name, not a random fighter,’ Buckley demands, ‘I’m coming back with a vengeance.’ And he’s not just talking—he’s already stepping into the wrestling arena to replace Corey Anderson against Pat Downey on November 29. But here’s the kicker: Buckley’s resume speaks for itself, with wins over Colby Covington, Stephen Thompson, and Vicente Luque. Yet, he feels fighters like Ian Garry, Sean Brady, and Jack Della Maddalena dodge him like the plague. ‘If I’m so easy to beat, why isn’t anyone calling me out?’ he challenges. This raises a thought-provoking question: Is Buckley truly the division’s most feared fighter, or is he overestimating his threat? Let’s spark a debate—do you think Buckley deserves a title shot soon, or is he jumping the line? Share your thoughts in the comments!
