Paddy Pimblett criticizes the UFC for stripping Islam Makhachev but not Jon Jones, highlighting inconsistency in title ...

UFC President Dana White announced Friday that Islam Makhachev will defend the ... for the vacant UFC lightweight title at UFC 280 in 2022, Makhachev has twice defeated Alexander Volkanovski ...

Islam Makhachev’s manager has revealed the ... A rematch with Charles Oliveira, who he beat to become champion at UFC 280 in October 2022, seems like the next best option if you look at ...

Oct 22, 2022; Abu Dhabi, UAE; Charles Oliveira (red gloves) and Islam Makhachev (blue gloves) during UFC 280 at Etihad Arena. / Craig Kidwell-Imagn Images The two were supposed to rematch the ...

Champion Islam Makhachev (26-1) takes on second-ranked ... He won the vacant championship at UFC 280 in October 2022 by ...

Islam Makhachev’s dominance in the lightweight division began with his impressive win over Charles Oliveira at UFC 280. Since then, Makhachev has defended his title four times, showcasing his ...

The UFC is heading for a confusing place regarding International Fight Week. The annual marquee event generally features a huge main event, and many believed that a matchup between current lightweight ...

Charles Oliveira gave some insight on Islam Makhachev's projected title defense vs. Arman Tsarukyan. Lightweight champion Makhachev (26-1 MMA, 15-1 UFC) is expected to make his next title defense ...

Makhachev was supposed to face Arman Tsarukyan ... The Russian fighter took the belt off of Charles Oliveira at UFC 280, and he has successfully defended his title 3 times since.