Islam Makhachev emerged as the next big thing in Dagestan. After Khabib Nurmagomedov sent shockwaves through the UFC, it was Makhachev who carried forward the legacy. Training alongside Khabib ...

Islam Makhachev could find himself in a difficult position if he agrees to fight Ilia Topuria, according to a former two-weight UFC champion. The Dagestani has solidified his status as the ...

Islam Makhachev’s coach is focusing on a different challenger than Ilia Topuria after a lightweight shake-up this weekend. Makhachev has been struggling for challengers since breaking the record ...

Javier Mendez says Islam Makhachev welcomes all challengers, and that includes UFC Featherweight Champion Ilia Topuria. Lightweight Champion Makhachev is taking names at 155lbs, defending his ...

Javier Mendez discusses the differences between Justin Gaethje (middle) potentially fighting Islam Makhachev (left) and his bout against Khabib Nurmagomedov (right) [Image courtesy: Getty] MMA ...

Islam Makhachev vs. Ilia Topuria? Khabib Nurmagomedov wants to see something else first. The next lightweight title fight is still unconfirmed, Ariel Helwani shedding light on Makhachev vs.

Now, veteran journalist Mike Bohn is making the case for why Islam Makhachev is currently the biggest UFC superstar. With his rising popularity and impressive performances, Makhachev could very ...

After defeating King Green, Ruffy has called out potential opponents Beneil Dariush and reigning champion Islam Makhachev. With a professional record boasting 11 knockouts, Ruffy's calls have ...

Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG UFC featherweight star Ilia Topuria officially vacated his belt at 145 pounds and now seeks a super-fight with Islam Makhachev, the juggernaut champion of the heavier ...

Javier Mendez, coach to Khabib Nurmagomedov and Islam Makhachev, has explained why the latter is a better “student” than his childhood friend. Upon winning the UFC lightweight title in 2022 ...

There's no shortage of potential contenders to face reigning UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev, but according to UFC Hall of Famer Michael Bisping, one name stands out from the crowd.