Islam Makhachev News
Khabib Nurmagomedov says he has “goosebumps” in anticipation for Islam Makhachev vs Charles Oliveira: “Someone reads history, and someone writes it. Prepare your excuses.”
Khabib Nurmagomedov says he has 'goosebumps' in anticipation for Islam Makhachev vs Charles Oliveira. It will indeed be Islam Makhachev (22-1 MMA) vs Charles Oliveira (33-8 MMA) on October 22, 2022 at… Read more
Charles Oliveira views fight with Islam Makhachev as title defense: "The belt is already mine"
Charles Oliveira sees himself as the lightweight champion heading into UFC 280. 'Do Bronx' is set to face Islam Makhachev in October. The bout is set to crown the UFC's lightweight champion,… Read more
Charles Oliveira is willing to start his title fight with Islam Makhachev off of his back: “I’m the division’s biggest problem and you’re not understanding”
Charles Oliveira is willing to start his title fight with Islam Makhachev off of his back. UFC 280 will be headlined by Charles Oliveira (33-8 MMA) vs Islam Makhachev (22-1 MMA) at… Read more
Alex Volkanovski says he wants the winner of Charles Oliveira vs Islam Makhachev as talks of an interim featherweight title emerge
UFC featherweight champion Alex Volkanovski has reiterated his desire to fight for the UFC lightweight title. In recent weeks, Alex Volkanovski has taken his rightful place as the pound-for-pound king of the… Read more
Charles Oliveira set to fight Islam Makhachev for the vacant UFC lightweight title on October 22 in Abu Dhabi
Charles Oliveira will fight Islam Makhachev for the vacant UFC lightweight title on October 22 in Abu Dhabi. The Ultimate Fighting Championship announced the news today, following an initial report from Ariel… Read more
Coach Javier Mendez weighs in on a potential fight between Islam Makhachev and Alex Volkanovksi: “I don’t think he poses as big a threat to Islam as you would think”
Coach Javier Mendez has weighed in on a potential fight between Islam Makhachev and Alex Volkanovski. Javier Mendez, 51, one of Makhachev's coaches has weighed in on who might be a potential… Read more
Islam Makhachev responds to Michael Chandler callout: "Easy money"
UFC lightweight Islam Makhachev seems interested in a showdown with Michael Chandler. Earlier this week, 'Iron' called out the Russian earlier this week. With the UFC lightweight title being vacant, Chandler called… Read more
Michael Chandler calls for lightweight title fight against Islam Makhachev so Charles Oliveira can "sit out and wait" for Conor McGregor
Michael Chandler is eyeing a fight with Islam Makhachev for the vacant lightweight title next time out. The lightweight title was vacated when Oliveira missed weight for his UFC 274 fight against… Read more
Gilbert Burns explains why he would put all of his money on Charles Oliveira to beat Islam Makhachev
UFC welterweight Gilbert Burns has explained why he believes Charles Oliveira has what it takes to defeat Islam Makhachev. While he may only just be coming off of the win over Justin… Read more
Khabib Nurmagomedov acknowledges Charles Oliveira as the UFC lightweight champion but says “he’s not undisputed”
Khabib Nurmagomedov has given his thoughts on Charles Oliveira as UFC lightweight champion and him potentially fighting Islam Makhachev. While he may be retired, Khabib Nurmagomedov is still the talk of the… Read more
Daniel Cormier ponders if Khabib Nurmagomdov would return if Islam Makchaev loses to Charles Oliveira: "Is defending his friend's honor enough?"
Daniel Cormier has given his thoughts on Khabib Nurmagomedov possibly coming out of retirement to fight Charles Oliveira. 'The Eagle' retired following his win over Justin Gaethje in October 2020. Despite his… Read more
Islam Makhachev previews fight with "unprofessional" Charles Oliveira: "I really want to finish him in the grappling"
UFC lightweight contender Islam Makhachev believes that he would beat Charles Oliveira on the ground. The two 155-pounders have been in discussions for a fight for a while now. The Brazilian has… Read more
Charles Oliveira reveals plans to take layoff, wants to return in December against Islam Makhachev vs. Beneil Dariush winner
UFC lightweight Charles Oliveira has revealed his plans for the rest of the year. 'Do Bronx' is fresh off his headlining role against Justin Gaethje at UFC 274. The bout was supposed… Read more
Khabib Nurmagomedov weighs in on Charles Oliveira’s submission victory over Justin Gaethje at UFC 274
UFC Hall of Fame inductee Khabib Nurmagomedov wants the world's top MMA promotion to cut to the chase with Islam Makhachev. On May 7, Charles Oliveira went one-on-one with Justin Gaethje. The… Read more
Islam Makhachev shares bold prediction for potential Charles Oliveira fight
UFC lightweight Islam Makhachev has made a bold prediction for a potential fight against Charles Oliveira. While Charles Oliveira may be focusing his attention on Justin Gaethje this weekend, it can never… Read more
Islam Makhachev tells Alexander Volkanovski to hold his horses and stay at featherweight: "LW title fight is mine"
Islam Makhachev isn't a fan of Alexander Volkanovski thinking he could get a lightweight title fight. Volkanovski is coming off a TKO win over Korean Zombie at UFC 273 to defend his… Read more
Charles Oliveira "blows Gaethje and Islam out of the water," says Kevin Lee
Kevin Lee has said Charles Oliveira is the best lightweight he has fought and he is sticking by that. Oliveira has been doubted countless times in his career. ‘Do Bronx’ was the… Read more
Islam Makhachev rips Conor McGregor amid talks of the Irishman getting a title shot: "He’s never gonna be champion"
Islam Makhachev doesn't think Conor McGregor deserves a title shot but if he gets it, he doesn't see it going well for him. After Makhachev reportedly turned down a fight against Rafael… Read more