As such, Alexander Volkanovski and Diego Lopes clashed over the vacant 145lb title in April, with former champion Volk – whom Topuria dethroned last year – reclaiming his throne. Now, it is ...

Charles Oliveira has chimed in as the debate surrounding Islam Makhachev’s major UFC career move continues to divide. The MMA community was abuzz when Dana White announced Makhachev’s title ...

Ilia Topuria will face Charles Oliveira for the vacant lightweight championship at UFC 317, a blockbuster clash set in motion by Islam Makhachev’s move to welterweight.

Topuria vacated the UFC’s 145lb title to challenge Makhachev at 155lb, only for the latter to relinquish his belt and move up to 170lb ...

UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev has vacated his title, paving the way for Ilia Topuria to meet Charles Oliveira for the belt at UFC 317 on June 28.

Charles Oliveira believes Islam Makhachev vs. Jack Della Maddalena could be a foregone conclusion if the fight enters Makhachev's wheelhouse. Maddalena showcased some impressive grappling against ...

Islam Makhachev may not stay at welterweight for long, as a close source suggests the UFC star is open to returning to lightweight—if the right challenge arises.

Sean O’Malley analyzes UFC title fights, picking Ilia Topuria to beat Charles Oliveira and backing Islam Makhachev at ...

UFC welterweight stirs debate with bold claim, saying lightweight champ Islam Makhachev isn’t a “big threat” in the division.

Makhachev and Muhammad’s manager, Ali Abdelaziz, broke down the scenarios for MMA Junkie on Tuesday after UFC CEO Dana White announced Makhachev’s move to welterweight and the newly vacated title that ...

Islam Makhachev could return to lightweight after his crack at welterweight gold, according to one of his unbeaten gymmates. Featherweight contender Movlid Khaybulaev takes on Tae Kyun Kim in the PFL ...

One top welterweight contender believes he will get a UFC title shot at 170 pounds before Islam Makhachev does.