In a video captured by Álvaro Colmenero, Topuria didn’t mince words when discussing Makhachev, declaring, 'I am preparing for the Islam Makhachev fight, but he is afraid.' He remains confident ...

Alexander Volkanovski gave an unexpected prediction in terms of who he thinks would win the fight between Islam Makhachev and Ilia Topuria. Volkanovski fought both men in quick succession.

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 ...

Veteran MMA analyst Luke Thomas recently predicted that a fight between lightweight kingpin Islam Makhachev and undefeated phenom Ilia Topuria will happen in 2025. Thomas suggests Makhachev has ...

Islam Makhachev and Ilia Topuria are regarded as two of the greatest champions in UFC history, with fans constantly debating a potential showdown between them. The matchup has generated ...

Ilia Topuria has lightweight gold in his crosshairs. After the announcement, Topuria's next step felt obvious: An immediate title shot against the reigning 155-pound champion Islam Makhachev.

"Slam him in for a title, put it against Islam and give the fans what they want. That's it." Catterall agreed and insisted a bout between Makhachev and Topuria is up there with Jones fighting ...