Islam Makhachev has fought in Perth once before when he defended his belt against South Wales’ featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 284 where he won in a controversial decision.

Khabib Nurmagomedov's longtime coach, Javier Mendez, believes that Islam Makhachev is on his way to being the most ...

Makhachev (27-1 MMA, 16-1 UFC) recently broke the record for most title defenses in UFC lightweight history when he quickly ...

Islam Makhachev vs. Ilia Topuria is all the rage in MMA at the moment, despite the matchup not yet receiving an official ...

Despite making UFC lightweight history with a fourth title defense at UFC 311, Makhachev is stuck in the hot seat. On one hand, Ilia Topuria has moved up and demands a title shot, on the other, ...

the 33-year-old Makhachev (26-1) has won 14 consecutive fights in the UFC, including three title defenses – two against Alexander Volkanovski, in a tight decision at UFC 284 and via knockout at ...

UFC veteran feels no one will dare strip Islam Makhachev of his title, crediting Khabib Nurmagomedov’s powerful influence and ...

Daniel Cormier can't understand anyone campaigning for Islam Makhachev to be stripped of his UFC lightweight title.

Ian Machado Garry believes there is a path to a mega fight with reigning UFC Lightweight Champion Islam Makhachev.

A UFC coach praises Islam Makhachev, comparing him to Jon Jones and other MMA legends while highlighting his dominance and ...