UFC, Islam Makhachev

After retaining his title at UFC 311, what’s next for Islam Makhachev?
It appears that a rematch is going to be next for Islam Makhachev, but it’s not the rematch that was scheduled for this past Saturday. A visibly annoyed Dana White said in the UFC 311 post-fight press conference that Arman Tsarukyan lost his opportunity and he would have to fight back to a title shot.
Video: Is now perfect timing for Islam Makhachev to leave UFC lightweight division?
Makhachev became the UFC record holder for lightweight title defenses this past weekend at UFC 311 after he submitted Renato Moicano in the first round. It was an unexpected last-minute matchup after original opponent Arman Tsarukyan withdrew on weigh-ins day because of a back injury.
UFC 311: Islam Makhachev Wants to Move Up to Face Dricus Du Plessis Following Big Win
Following Islam Makhachev's big win at UFC 311, the pound-for-pound best fighter in the world wants to move up to face Dricus Du Plessis.
MMA pound-for-pound rankings: Islam Makhachev still No. 1 ... and now it's unanimous
It's difficult getting a group of people to agree on almost anything. But the ESPN pound-for-pound voting panel is now unanimous in proclaiming Islam Makhachev the No. 1 fighter in MMA. Makhachev's quick,
Mailbag: Who should be next for Islam Makhachev after UFC 311?
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CSAC Releases UFC 311 Fight Night Weights: Lightweight Champion Islam Makhachev Weighs More Than Welterweight Limit
The CSAC reveals UFC 311 fight night weights, showing lightweight champion Islam Makhachev exceeding the welterweight limit.
Why Jon Jones is still No. 1 pound-for-pound over Islam Makhachev, according to Anthony Smith
Anthony Smith doesn't agree with lightweight champion Islam Makhachev being the UFC's No. 1 pound-for-pound fighter.
Javier Mendez feels bad for Arman Tsarukyan, hopes Islam Makhachev fight rebooked
Javier Mendez says “no fighter should have to go through what that poor guy did” and hopes Arman Tsarukyan still gets his ...
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Islam Makhachev leaves fans stunned after piling on massive 23lbs in 24 hours for UFC 311 main event
Islam Makhachev gained 23 lbs from weigh-in to fight night for UFC 311. CSAC has disclosed all fight night weights, and some ...
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Team Khabib Coach Feels Islam Makhachev Is Capable Of Three-Division Title Run, Eyes Shavkat Rakhmonov For Welterweight Gold
Team Khabib coach claims Islam Makhachev can achieve a three-division title run and targets Shavkat Rakhmonov for ...
Islam Makhachev's Coach Hopes 'Deserving' Arman Tsarukyan Gets Title Shot on UFC Return
Arman Tsarukyan has received words of support from UFC champion Islam Makhachev's coach Javier Mendez following his ...
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Islam Makhachev returns to training just two days after record-breaking UFC 311 win as talks begin over his next fight
Following his win over Renato Moicano at UFC 311, Islam Makhachev has already returned to training as talks already begin ...
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Javier Mendez reveals one thing he doesn’t like about Islam Makhachev’s sparring sessions
Islam Makhachev likes to roll with heavyweights during his training sessions in Dagestan, and Javier Mendez isn't a fan.
Islam Makhachev's Six-Figure UFC 311 Payout Dwarfed by Opponent & Unranked Fighter
It’s not often that fans are privy to the official payouts from UFC events, but that’s one of the advantages of the promotion ...