Islam Makhachev is one of the most dominating forces in the UFC, especially inside the lightweight division. Precise, strong ...

Islam Makhachev has established himself as one of ... of his striking after his win over Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 294. "The way he was striking with Volk over the two fights and then with ...

UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev defends his title at UFC 311 against Arman Tsarukyan. The two fighters are the betting favorites to end 2025 as UFC LW champion.

Islam Makhachev made quick work of Renato Moicano on Saturday night, locking in a D'arce choke to submit him in Round 1 and ...

Following his win over Renato Moicano at UFC 311, Islam Makhachev has already returned to training as talks already begin ...

The division moved on, as did they. Makhachev knocked out short-notice replacement Alexander Volkanovski, while Oliveira went 2-1 over his next three fights. This included a loss to Makhachev's ...

Dana White isn’t sure about UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev jumping two weight classes. Makhachev (27-1 MMA, 16-1 UFC) is eager to become a two-weight UFC champion, but standing in the way of ...

Islam Makhachev's coach Javier Mendez says the undisputed UFC lightweight champion has the ability to win UFC titles at both ...

Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. Islam Makhachev of Russia celebrates after he beats Alex Volkanovski of Australia in the UFC lightweight ...

Islam Makhachev of Russia reacts after his knockout ... [+] victory against Alexander Volkanovski of Australia in the UFC lightweight championship fight during the UFC 294 event at Etihad Arena on ...

Islam Makhachev retained his lightweight title with ... on 11 days' notice after Charles Oliveira pulled out of UFC 294 due to an injury. The same could be said for Moicano, who lost to Rafael ...