Islam Makhachev’s longtime coach has a surprising name in mind for the UFC lightweight king’s next fight. UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev‘s next fight remains a mystery after he ...

But there is only one problem. He is too disciplined. And this is something even the likes of Islam Makhachev have an issue with! In a recent video uploaded on X, Makhachev gave a glimpse of what ...

Getty The MMA world is abuzz with reports UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev has turned down a potential fight with former featherweight champion Ilia Topuria. The proposed superfight has ...

One name stood alone for Khabib Nurmagomedov in discussing what could be Islam Makhachev’s toughest test. UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev has no shortage of options for his next Octagon ...

One of the standout names leading this transition is Islam Makhachev. Widely regarded as the heir to Khabib Nurmagomedov’s legacy, Makhachev has become a fan favorite, with many eager to see him ...

Islam Makhachev could end his career as one of the greatest fighters of all time, according to a fellow UFC champion [Image Courtesy: @ufc via X/Twitter] Reigning UFC lightweight champion Islam ...

In a video captured by Álvaro Colmenero, Topuria didn’t mince words when discussing Makhachev, declaring, 'I am preparing for the Islam Makhachev fight, but he is afraid.' He remains confident ...

Khabib Nurmagomedov has cleared up the situation atop the lightweight division, insisting that Islam Makhachev will not move up to challenge Belal Muhammad for the welterweight belt. In February ...

"Ilia said that he wants a title fight. Point blank. He said he's focusing all of his training (on Islam Makhachev and Charles Oliveira). ... Ilia Topuria is a cool guy, but I kind of disagree.