Islam Makhachev News
Ilia Topuria's manager claims Islam Makhachev wasn't truly an option for UFC Freedom 250
Ilia Topuria's manager has made an attempt to clear up rumors surrounding his fighter's UFC Freedom 250 fight negotiations. Topuria will be facing Justin Gaethje in a lightweight title unification bout at… Read more
Dana White responds to Islam Makhachev's claims that Ilia Topuria asked for 'too much money' for fight at the White House
Dana White responded to welterweight titleholder Islam Makhachev's recent remarks about why he wasn't booked to fight Ilia Topuria. UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria will return to the Octagon on one of… Read more
Ian Machado Garry blasts Islam Makhachev after claiming he accepted White House fight vs. Ilia Topuria
Ian Machado Garry continues to question Islam Makhachev's alleged hand injury after an online back-and-forth with Ilia Topuria. UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev and lightweight titleholder Ilia Topuria continue to go back… Read more
Islam Makhachev scorches Ilia Topuria for 'pulling out' of offered UFC White House fight in lengthy statement
According to UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev, Ilia Topuria is to blame for their superfight not coming to fruition at the White House. UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria will headline the promotion's… Read more
Ilia Topuria to blame for Islam Makhachev bout falling through, claims Ali Abdelaziz
Islam Makhachev's manager Ali Abdelaziz has put the blame on Ilia Topuria for not agreeing to a super fight. Topuria's manager Malki Kawa recently claimed that his fighter wasn't satisfied with the… Read more
Jack Della Maddalena's coach discusses possible Islam Makhachev rematch
Jack Della Maddalena's coach Ben Vickers has given his thoughts on a potential rematch against Islam Makhachev. In his next fight, Jack Della Maddalena will face an incredibly dangerous opponent when he… Read more
Ian Machado Garry questions Islam Makhachev's 'time wasting' after training footage surfaces despite injury
UFC welterweight contender Ian Machado Garry continues to question whether or not Islam Makhachev is actually injured. Arguably, the most exciting UFC division is welterweight, led by the legendary Islam Makhachev at… Read more
UFC star scolds Khabib Nurmagomedov, Islam Makhachev for silence on UFC's fighter pay debate
According to one UFC star, Khabib Nurmagomedov and Islam Makhachev aren't doing enough to advocate for their fighting colleagues. UFC Hall of Famer Khabib Nurmagomedov continues to make an impact after his… Read more
Ilia Topuria is an 'exceptional' threat to Islam Makhachev, says UFC welterweight veteran
Ilia Topuria will not be facing Islam Makhachev at UFC Freedom 250, but he'd be an "exceptional" challenge if the bout ever materializes. That's what Colby Covington believes, as he told MMAJunkie… Read more
Tyson Fury’s next opponent on Islam Makhachev friendship: "Best example for young generation"
Islam Makhachev has close ties with the next combatant set to box Tyson Fury, and the combatant in question has touched on his relationship with the UFC champion. That fighter being referenced… Read more
Islam Makhachev slams Ilia Topuria and his 'fat ass' manager: "One day you will get what you asked for"
Islam Makhachev caught wind of Ilia Topuria's lengthy social media post and he delivered a fiery response. After UFC announced its "Freedom 250" card, rumors spread claiming that Makhachev vs. Topuria was… Read more
Ian Machado Garry provides update on potential Islam Makhachev title fight
UFC welterweight Ian Machado Garry has provided an update on a possible clash between him and Islam Makhachev. For the longest time now, Ian Machado Garry has been working his way up… Read more
Islam Makhachev advises Usman Nurmagomedov to take his time ahead of potential UFC move
UFC welterweight champ Islam Makhachev wants Usman Nurmagomedov to consider re-signing with the PFL before pondering a UFC move. PFL lightweight champion Usman Nurmagomedov, the cousin of UFC Hall of Famer Khabib… Read more
Islam Makhachev: UFC wants "a street fight", "one of the UFC execs told me"
Islam Makhachev sees the UFC's focus on entertainment over athletic meritocracy informing who they keep on their roster and is openly discussing the matter. It is certainly a curious time for combatants… Read more
Islam Makhachev claims Ilia Topuria isn't bigger threat than Michael Morales at welterweight
Islam Makhachev isn't sold on Ilia Topuria being a threat to him in the 170-pound division. Makhachev and Topuria have yet to cross paths inside the Octagon. After capturing the UFC Featherweight… Read more
Islam Makhachev reacts to potential rival Ian Machado Garry training in Georgia
UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev has reacted to Ian Machado Garry going to Georgia to train. Right now, Islam Makhachev sits at the top of the mountain as one of the best… Read more
Jack Della Maddalena hopes to one day earn title rematch against Islam Makhachev
Jack Della Maddalena has revealed his desire to one day earn a rematch against UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev. Back at UFC 322, Jack Della Maddalena's brief stint as UFC welterweight champion… Read more
Ilia Topuria vs Islam Makhachev is the fight to make at UFC White House, says Michael Bisping
Michael Bisping believes that the right fight to make at the upcoming UFC White House card is Ilia Topuria vs Islam Makhachev. As we know, Ilia Topuria is rumored to be returning… Read more