Islam Makhachev is ‘almost certain’ to be fighting for the welterweight world title later this year, according to the division’s current champion. Jack Della Maddalena just dethroned ...

Arman Tsarukyan believes Islam Makhachev is pursuing the toughest opponent available. The UFC lightweight champion has established himself as one of the best 155lb fighters of all time in recent ...

Arman Tsarukyan says a welterweight title fight poses a tougher challenge for Islam Makhachev than a bout against Ilia Topuria. Skip to main content Skip to header right navigation ...

Kamaru Usman is all for Islam Makhachev's move up to the UFC welterweight division. Makhachev (27-1 MMA, 16-1 UFC) vacated his UFC lightweight title and will get an immediate title shot against ...

Fans rarely see Islam Makhachev trash-talking on social media. However, he responded boldly when UFC veteran Chael Sonnen misquoted his “coward” statement. The Dagestani called Sonnen out for ...

Arman Tsarukyan doesn't agree with people saying Islam Makhachev moved up to avoid fighting Ilia Topuria: "[Jack] is going to be a tough fight too. Maddalena would be harder for Islam than the ...

Joaquin Buckley doesn't see Islam Makhachev sticking around the UFC welterweight division for too long. Buckley (21-6 MMA, 11-4 UFC) is looking to emerge as No. 1 contender when he takes on former ...

The former interim UFC Lightweight Champion had some choice words for an old rival he nearly fought, praising Islam Makhachev along with it.

Joaquin Buckley Credits Islam Makhachev's Move To 170. In an interview with Inside Fighting, Buckley gave his thoughts on Makhachev coming into his weight class.