ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - OCTOBER 21: Islam Makhachev of Russia reacts after his knockout ... [+] victory against Alexander Volkanovski of Australia in the UFC lightweight championship ...

It seems Ilia Topuria really wants to fight Islam Makhachev. With the UFC featherweight champion title firmly wrapped around his waist, Topuria is looking to become a two-division champion.

Heading into Saturday’s UFC 311 fight card, UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev was tied with three other fighters for the most title defenses in UFC lightweight history. Less than five ...

In the main event of UFC 311, Islam Makhachev did what Islam Makhachev was expected to do i.e., take Renato Moicano down with ease and secure a first-round submission. It was another phenomenal ...

Khamzat Chimaev seriously doubts Islam Makhachev could compete at middleweight. The former welterweight contender moved up a division and looked better than even when he choked out ex-champion ...

However, his ambitions align with those of Alexander Volkanovski, who also faced Islam Makhachev but fell short twice. Unlike Volkanovski, Topuria has repeatedly mocked the Russian fighter on ...

Chael Sonnen believes the true reason UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev has been talking about chasing a second title in a higher weight class has nothing to do with accolades or building a ...

2016. Jan 18, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Islam Makhachev (red gloves) fights Renato Moicano (blue gloves) in a lightweight title fight during UFC 311 at Intuit Dome. / Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn ...

Dana White isn't sure about UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev jumping two weight classes. Makhachev (27-1 MMA, 16-1 UFC) is eager to become a two-weight UFC champion, but standing in the ...

UFC 311 Odds: Who is the favorite in Makhachev vs Tsarukyan rematch? Islam Makhachev burst onto ... Gorilla Energy Drink, and Al Hadaya. These partnerships have undoubtedly contributed to his ...

Dana White (left) didn't offer any specific details about Islam Makhachev's (right) next fight. [Image courtesy: @DanaWhite and @Islam_Makhachev on Instagram] Dana White provided a brief response ...