Islam Makhachev’s manager shuts down imminent retirement Makhachev’s outspoken manager Ali Abdelaziz has also shut down talks that the 33-year-old may be retiring sooner rather than later.

Islam Makhachev’s move to welterweight might not be permanent, says teammate When Islam Makhachev made the move up to 170lb, he was forced to give up his lightweight title after a record ...

Islam Makhachev has cemented himself as one of the most dominant forces in UFC history, boasting a 27-1 record and a 15-fight win streak that has him in conversations with legends like Anderson Silva.

According to Islam Makhachev’s manager, Tuesday’s slew of UFC fight booking announcements could have been a lot different if the UFC 315 main event went the other way. When welterweight ...

Islam Makhachev nothing thinking about retirement at least three more years of high-level competition — Ali Abdelaziz (@AliAbdelaziz00) June 17, 2025 Makhachev also seconded Abdelaziz’s comments.

After Belal Muhammad lost the UFC Welterweight Title to challenger, Jack Della Maddalena, Islam Makhachev relinquished the 155lb title to move up to is moving up fact the Australian and become a ...

Ali Abdelaziz on why UFC champ Islam Makhachev vacated 155 title – and Topuria's comments Makhachev expected to challenge new champ Della Maddalena for welterweight title later this year ...

Ali Abdelaziz on why UFC champ Islam Makhachev vacated 155 title – and Topuria's comments Makhachev expected to challenge new champ Della Maddalena for welterweight title later this year ...