UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev has an idea of when he’d like his next fight to be. Makhachev was last seen inside the Octagon back in October 2023. He left no doubt in his rivalry with UFC featherweight champion Alex Volkanovski, scoring a first-round finish thanks to a perfectly timed head kick. While fans were
Chael Sonnen believes the winner between Justin Gaethje and Max Holloway will fight Islam Makhachev next for the UFC lightweight title. On April 13, Holloway will temporarily leave the featherweight division to face Justin Gaethje at 155 pounds during the UFC 300 pay-per-view main card. The surprising matchup for Gaethje’s BMF title is undoubtedly must-see
Islam Makhachev‘s coach says he’s not running from anybody… certainly not Charles Oliveira. Former champ Oliveira is set to return against Arman Tsarukyan in a title eliminator at UFC 300. Months before the booking, the Brazilian was granted a title opportunity against Makhachev at UFC 294. Unfortunately for Oliveira, he’d had to withdraw due to
The return of reigning UFC lightweight titleholder Islam Makhachev has been the subject of much debate over the last several weeks. Recently, UFC CEO Dana White suggested that Makhachev would make his return to the Octagon this summer due to a lingering injury the ‘Dagestani Destroyer’ is still dealing with. Makhachev’s manager, Ali Abdelaziz contradicted
Chael Sonnen has called into question whether or not Charles Oliveira will ever share the Octagon with Islam Makhachev again, even if he defeats Arman Tsarukyan. Sonnen has long insisted that “do Bronx” does not want a rematch against Makhachev. UFC CEO Dana White had expressed interest in rebooking their second encounter after Oliveira suffered
Terrance McKinney boasted about being capable of beating Islam Makhachev “T. Wrecks” claims he could beat anybody within 30 seconds UFC lightweight Terrance McKinney is positive he could take Islam Makhachev out with his wrestling skills. Terrance brags about his ground game Speaking on Jaxxon podcast, “T. Wrecks” revealed that his aim is to obliterate
Paul Felder disagreed with Islam Makhachev’s idea of competing for the title at welterweight “The Irish Dragon” said only Conor McGregor has earned the right to do so Former UFC lightweight Paul Felder is not in favor of current champions moving up to compete against higher weight classes. He even wants Islam Makhachev to stay
Islam Makhachev hopes to fight before Ramadan. In 2024, the Islamic holiday of Ramadan will be held between March 10 and April 9. During this time, Muslim fighters will often avoid any fights to dedicate their time to the holiday and ensure they aren’t depleted due to their eating and drinking schedule, which is the
UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev is aware that Justin Gaethje is eyeing his 155-pound gold, and he’s got a message for “The Highlight.” Makhachev last competed back in October, and he isn’t expected to return until after March 2024. He was last seen inside the Octagon scoring a first-round head kick finish over UFC featherweight
Bo Nickal thinks Khamzat Chimaev could dethrone Leon Edwards The 27-year-old also feels Islam Makhachev will be a difficult challenge for “Rocky” UFC middleweight Bo Nickal weighed in on Leon Edwards’ chances against Khamzat Chimaev and Islam Makhachev. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Khamzat Chimaev (@khamzat_chimaev) Leon could face some real
UFC champions Islam Makhachev and Sean O’Malley have exchanged words on social media. O’Malley hasn’t been afraid to speak his mind on a slew of topics within the MMA community. One of those topics is on a potential champion vs. champion showdown between Makhachev and UFC welterweight champion Leon Edwards. Following Edwards’ successful title defense
Henry Cejudo believes Islam Makhachev would have his way with UFC welterweight champion Leon Edwards. Makhachev is the reigning UFC lightweight champion, and despite only having two successful title defenses, he’s already pounding the table for a shot at 170-pound gold. Cejudo, who shares the same manager with Makhachev, believes the 155-pound ruler can make
Chael Sonnen broke down the situation of two UFC champions wanting to move up a division to potentially become a two-division king. Over the years, four fighters have held two UFC titles simultaneously – Conor McGregor, Daniel Cormier, Amanda Nunes, and Henry Cejudo. Recently two more fighters, Israel Adesanya and Alexander Volkanovski, have attempted to
Islam Makhachev is not impressed by Leon Edwards following UFC 296. Makhachev, the reigning UFC lightweight champion, attended the event inside the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. He witnessed the headlining UFC Welterweight Championship fight between titleholder Edwards and Colby Covington. Edwards won the fight via unanimous decision for his second successful title defense. Footage
Colby Covington is interested in future fights against UFC champions Islam Makhachev (lightweight) and Sean Strickland (middleweight). On Saturday night, Covington looks to capitalize on his third undisputed welterweight title shot when he takes on the reigning king, Leon Edwards, in the UFC 296 main event. Assuming he gets the job done, ‘Chaos’ has plans
Josh Thomson thinks Justin Gaethje is the fighter that could put Islam Makhachev at risk “The Punk” believes “The Highlight” did well against Khabib Nurmagomedov and could also do the same against Makhachev Josh Thomson expounded why he insists that among the top lightweight contenders, Justin Gaethje will be the toughest challenge for Islam Makhachev.