Feb 17, 2023 · Islam Makhachev and Khabib Nurmagomedov have always been compared to one another. The undefeated retiree is a former lightweight champion. Meanwhile, his protege is …

Oct 28, 2021 · Islam Makhachev especially stands out because of his similarities with Khabib; both inside and outside the ring. This makes people wonder if Makhachev is the next Khabib, …

Jan 16, 2025 · With Khabib Nurmagomedov and Islam Makhachev constantly being compared, Arman Tsarukyan has explained why they are different ahead of UFC 311.

At this point, the evidence increasingly suggests that Islam Makhachev is actually—as hard as it is to believe—better than his legendary mentor Khabib Nurmagomedov.

Jul 14, 2021 · A recent Twitter post has emerged, comparing Islam Makhachev and Khabib Nurmagomedov's UFC record in their first 9 UFC fights.

Jan 22, 2025 · Islam Makhachev is funnier than Khabib Nurmagomedov. Over the years, Khabib Nurmagomedov delivered several memorable one-liners and persevered through trash-talk …

May 31, 2024 · A deep dive into the comparison of careers of Islam Makhachev and his mentor, Khabib Nurmagomedov, as Makhachev gets ready to face Poirier.

Nov 3, 2022 · Many call Islam Makhachev “Khabib 2.0” which means he is a better version of Khabib Nurmagomedov. First, let’s all agree that Islam Makhachev and Khabib …

Jan 6, 2025 · Who would win in a fight between lightweight legend Khabib Nurmagomedov and reigning UFC 155-pound champion Islam Makhachev?

Jun 12, 2024 · UFC legend Georges St-Pierre has broken down the superfight between Khabib Nurmagomedov & Islam Makhachev. Surprisingly, GSP believes Makhachev has a stronger …