Islam Makhachev News
VIDEO | Islam Makhachev, Kamaru Usman separated by Khabib Nurmagomedov in UFC 324 faceoff as fight rumors swirl
UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev and former titleholder Kamaru Usman appear to be on a collision course. Almost immediately after defeating Jack Della Maddalena at UFC 322, UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev… Read more
Carlos Prates predicts Islam Makhachev's next welterweight title opponent
Carlos Prates has given his thoughts on who could be next for UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev. As we know, Islam Makhachev is the number one pound for pound fighter in mixed… Read more
Ilia Topuria responds to Islam Makhachev's recent ultimatum by dismissing his grappling prowess
Ilia Topuria didn't take long to respond to UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev's recent comments about a potential fight. UFC titleholders Ilia Topuria and Islam Makhachev could be on a collision course… Read more
Islam Makhachev draws line in the sand for potential Ilia Topuria title showdown
UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev believes a fight with Ilia Topuria will happen sooner rather than later, but only on his terms. Islam Makhachev is plotting his first welterweight title defense after… Read more
Arman Tsarukyan explains why Islam Makhachev grappling match won't happen
UFC contender Arman Tsarukyan has explained why he doesn't believe he will wind up battling Islam Makhachev in a grappling match. As we know, Arman Tsarukyan is pretty eager to land himself… Read more
Islam Makhachev reveals ideal next opponent for teammate Umar Nurmagomedov after UFC 324
Islam Makhachev believes Umar Nurmagomedov should only be fighting one person after UFC 324. Nurmagomedov is set to face Deiveson Figueiredo at UFC 324 on January 24 in an intriguing fight at… Read more
Islam Makhachev plans to confront Ilia Topuria with or without UFC fight
Islam Makhachev believes it's only a matter of time before he has a confrontation with Ilia Topuria. Topuria recently told eldoberdanMMA that he thinks Makhachev and his team are "cocky and arrogant."… Read more
Islam Makhachev explains why he turned down UFC 324 title defense
In another world, Islam Makhachev's next title fight would've headlined UFC 324. UFC's debut on Paramount has been set for Jan. 24. While the interim lightweight title fight between Paddy Pimblett and… Read more
Islam Makhachev's manager 'confused' by Ilia Topuria's conduct amidst indefinite UFC hiatus
Ilia Topuria's recent interviews drew the attention of former UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev's team amidst his absence. UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria's timeline for his first title defense remains uncertain, as… Read more
Ilia Topuria discusses his submission threat ahead of possible Islam Makhachev fight
Ilia Topuria has discussed his submission prowess and how he could use it in a possible showdown against Islam Makhachev. Right now, Ilia Topuria is the UFC lightweight champion. At UFC 324,… Read more
Joaquin Buckley issues warning to Islam Makhachev about fighting after Kamaru Usman
Joaquin Buckley isn't convinced that Islam Makhachev will compete much longer, even if he fights and defeats Kamaru Usman. Right now, Islam Makhachev is on top of the world as the UFC… Read more
Belal Muhammad claims Islam Makhachev favors 'easier matchup' in Kamaru Usman over other top welterweights
Former UFC welterweight champion Belal Muhammad accused Islam Makhachev of cherry picking opponents ahead of his first title defense. Islam Makhachev won a second UFC title by defeating Jack Della Maddalena by… Read more
Islam Makhachev criticizes UFC for refusing to award Arman Tsarukyan the next lightweight title shot
Islam Makhachev came to his former rival Arman Tsarukyan's defense after the recent announcement of the Justin Gaethje vs. Paddy Pimblett fight. Arman Tsarukyan will have to wait a while longer for… Read more
Kamaru Usman's manager makes his pitch for Islam Makhachev title fight
Kamaru Usman's manager Ali Abdelaziz has made his pitch for the former champion to get a shot at Islam Makhachev. For a while now, we have heard rumblings that Kamaru Usman could… Read more
Manager claims Islam Makhachev offered UFC 324 fight before Khabib Nurmagomedov declined
If Islam Makhachev's manager is to be believed, then Khabib Nurmagomedov shut down a title defense at UFC 324. Makhachev captured the UFC Welterweight Championship from Jack Della Maddalena in November, and… Read more
Merab Dvalishvili is a more interesting grappler than Islam Makhachev, says Dominick Cruz
UFC legend Dominick Cruz has explained why he prefers Merab Dvalishvili's grappling to Islam Makhachev's grappling. For the longest time now, Merab Dvalishvili has been seen as one of the best bantamweights… Read more
Islam Makhachev's strength would be tested by Michael Morales, says UFC legend
Islam Makhachev would be in for an interesting test against Michael Morales if one UFC icon is to be believed. Morales had an eye-opening performance against Sean Brady on the main card… Read more
NYPD: Investigation underway into Dillon Danis/Team Makhachev brawl at UFC 322
Dillon Danis and several members of Islam Makhachev's team could face charges from the NYPD stemming from a crowd brawl at UFC 322. UFC CEO Dana White revealed at the UFC 322… Read more