Islam Makhachev wants multi-division championship glory, but one UFC analyst would prefer to see him stick in his own lane.
Makhachev’s ability to adapt seamlessly to a last-second opponent change was on full display at UFC 311. UFC CEO Dana White ...
Following his UFC 311 title defense, Islam Makhachev has surprisingly highlighted Justin Gaethje as his potential next challenge as he looks for a July return.
Islam Makhachev had a fairly easy victory in the ... However, in reality, the bout was supposed to be an intriguing affair. With Arman Tsarukyan pitted to face off against Makhachev, he had ...
However, several challengers are lining up Islam Makhachev at the moment. Apart from Oliveira, Arman Tsarukyan and Ilia Topuria have all issued a call out. And now, with the champion himself ...
He was originally scheduled to face Arman Tsarukyan, who pulled out just one day before their fight due to a back injury. Makhachev already holds wins over four of the top six ranked UFC lightweights.
T.J. Dillashaw recently weighed in on Arman Tsarukyan's withdrawal from his lightweight title fight against Islam Makhachev at UFC 311 last Saturday.
Islam Makhachev wants multi-division UFC championship ... Makhachev was supposed to rematch Arman Tsarukyan at UFC 311 before the challenger pulled out on weigh-in day due to a back issue.
However, fighting against someone like Islam Makhachev on short-notice is not that easy at all. Arman Tsarukyan had worked for months in order to be in top shape ahead of the fight. In the end ...