UFC, Islam Makhachev

Islam Makhachev tells his side of Nate Diaz water bottle incident backstage at UFC 311 press conference
UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev was recently involved in an altercation with Nate Diaz, but assures he did not instigate the incident. He doesn't even know what set Diaz off. Makhachev (26-1 MMA,
UFC legends react after Islam Makhachev tells them to change ‘Pound for Pound’ podcast name
Two legendary former UFC champions clap for and then clap back after Islam Makhachev tells them to change their podcast name.
Coach: Islam Makhachev Could Be UFC Triple-Champ, ‘It’s Whether He Wants To'
It seems like every UFC champion these days is eyeing double-championship status, and with another successful lightweight title defense, Islam Makhachev could m
Arman Tsarukyan reveals what Islam Makhachev told him after first UFC fight
Islam Makhachev gave Arman Tsarukyan some words of encouragement after their first UFC fight. Makhachev (26-1 MMA, 15-1 UFC) welcomed Tsarukyan (22-3 MMA, 9-2 UFC) to the UFC in April 2019, defeating the then-22-year-old by unanimous decision.
Watch Islam Makhachev vs. Arman Tsarukyan 1 ahead of UFC 311 rematch
UFC 311 is headlined by a lightweight championship rematch between titleholder Islam Makhachev and Arman Tsarukyan. Look back at their first fight.
Arman Tsarukyan on Facing Islam Makhachev at UFC 311: ‘Belt Motivates Me, Not Him'
Islam Makhachev and Arman Tsarukyan might be former foes, but they're not bitter rivals. The next UFC lightweight title fight is a rematch six years in the making, with current champion Makhachev defeating a 22-year-old Tsarukyan in his promotional debut back in 2019.
UFC Star Believes Islam Makhachev Will Retain Title Against Arman Tsarukyan Despite Close Last Fight
Gilbert Burns recently shared his thoughts on X about the upcoming UFC 311 lightweight title fight. While he sees potential in Arman Tsarukyan’s chances, Burns leans toward Islam Makhachev retaining his belt.
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The UFC 311 pay-per-view will cost $80 at the regular price, but early buyers can get a $10 discount. UFC is starting out its 2025 schedule with a fantastic rematch between two hungry fighters. Islam Makhachev will take on Arman Tsarukyan in a rematch of their 2019 bout at UFC 311,
Islam Makhachev admits Michael Chandler's quick UFC title shot frustrated him
Islam Makhachev took umbrage with Michael Chandler's quick rise in the UFC. Upon signing with the UFC, former Bellator ...
Usman Nurmagomedov 'more stressed' for brother Umar, Islam Makhachev at UFC 311 than own title defense
It would be hard to draw up a more significant start to the year than what Usman Nurmagomedov and his teammates have lined up ...
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Khabib Nurmagomedov’s world champion cousin shocks as he names his MMA GOAT
Ahead of his Bellator lightweight title defense against Paul Hughes, Usman Nurmagomedov has named his late coach, Abdulmanap ...
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Renowned MMA coach Javier Mendez explains why Islam Makhachev is ahead of Jon Jones on UFC pound-for-pound list
American Kickboxing Academy head coach Javier Mendez has given his take on why Islam Makhachev is ahead of Jon Jones on the ...
Javier Mendez explains why Islam Makhachev is No. 1 pound-for-pound best, not Jon Jones
“Islam’s fights have always been against No. 1,” Mendez said. “Alexander Volkanovski was the best featherweight in the world ...
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Arman Tsarukyan makes honest admission about Islam Makhachev ahead of UFC 311: "The belt motivates me, not him"
Arman Tsarukyan recently voiced his thoughts about his upcoming UFC 311 rival, Islam Makhachev. Tsarykyan appreciated Makhachev's personality but refused to count him as a source of his motivation.
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Khabib Nurmagomedov rates Islam Makhachev 4/5 after training session ahead of UFC 311
UFC legend Khabib Nurmagomedov rated Islam Makhachev at a 4/5 after a recent training session ahead of UFC 311.
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Javier Mendez Believes Khabib Nurmagomedov’s Legacy Tops Islam Makhachev and Umar’s Thanks to Conor McGregor Fight
Javier Mendez does not think Islam Makhachev has surpassed Khabib Nurmagomedov's legacy in the UFC yet, there's still a lot ...
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"We have to cancel, brother" - When Islam Makhachev created one of the funniest MMA moments making fun of Dustin Poirier's jiu-jitsu black belt
Islam Makhachev created a lighthearted yet biting moment in MMA history when he questioned Dustin Poirier's Brazilian jiu-jitsu (BJJ) credentials.