Coach Javier Mendez believes there are clear differences between Islam Makhachev and Jon Jones that set them apart in the pound-for-pound debate. UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev returns to the Octagon at UFC 311 in a rematch five years in the making against Arman Tsarukyan. Makhachev enters his upcoming title defense as the UFC's pound-for-pound […]
Arman Tsarukyan reflected on the immediate aftermath of his first showdown against current UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev. Arman Tsarukyan gave UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev one of his toughest tests as both were newcomers in April 2019. Almost exactly six years after their first clash, Tsarukyan will look to dethrone Makhachev at UFC 311
Islam Makhachev's manager has a very high opinion of the UFC lightweight champion. Ali Abdelaziz has nurtured the careers of Khabib Nurmagomedov, Henry Cejudo, Kamaru Usman and many more of MMA's biggest stars. UFC pound-for-pound number one contender Islam Makhachev is currently on his roster of fighters ahead of his 155-pound title defense against Arman
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Dominant UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev celebrated his 33rd birthday earlier this year – his mentor, Khabib Nurmagomedov, retired from MMA at the age of 32. Fortunately, the current 155-pound king has no plans to hang up the gloves anytime soon, but if his retirement isn't contingent on title honors or age – how will
UFC 311 will be a busy night for Khabib Nurmagomedov; first he corners cousin Umar for his bantamweight title fight, before turning around to help Islam Makhachev in the main event. 'The Eagle' would love to fly away from the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles with both UFC championship titles in tow – and he's
Following his victory over Charles Oliveira at UFC 300, popular Armenian wrestler Arman Tsarukyan gets the chance to write his name in the MMA history books at UFC 311. Easier said than done, especially when facing such a dominant champion as Islam Makhachev – although one lightweight prospect believes the 22-3 prospect has a 'secret
UFC champions Islam Makhachev and Alex Pereira highlighted Bloody Elbow's 'Fight of the Year' nominations. Islam Makhachev and Alex Pereira started the year and ended the year as UFC title holders. During their 2024 runs, Makhachev and Pereira treated fans to an all-time fight against two of the most dangerous contenders in MMA today. In
Islam Makhachev has been tipped to progress through the divisions and become world champion, 30 pounds higher than where he currently holds the title. The Dagestani lightweight has been a dominant champion at 155 pounds and could break the division record for title defenses if he defeats Arman Tsarukyan at UFC 311. But with his
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Paddy Pimblett chose an under-the-radar finish for his 2024 Entry of the Year front-runner. UFC lightweight contender Paddy Pimblett has demonstrated elite wrestling throughout his career, and more specifically since joining the UFC. He further proved his wrestling skills during a recent gym match, where he rolled with a submission specialist for an hour. As
Brandon Royval came to the defense of former UFC superstar Nate Diaz after a backstage brawl with Islam Makhachev and his team. Nate Diaz has played a central role in many fights and feuds throughout his illustrious martial arts career. But after an incident involving UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev and his team went viral
Islam Makhachev joked that he is struggling now that his former training partner has taken on a prominent coaching role in his camp. Khabib Nurmagomedov has become one of the most respected trainers in the world since retiring from fighting after choking Justin Gaethje at UFC 254 in October 2020. 'The Eagle' incredibly has champions