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Ilia Topuria Explains Why He Prefers Islam Makhachev Superfight Over UFC Title Defense
Ilia Topuria is eager to secure a fight with UFC Lightweight Champion Islam Makhachev, believing that a victory would solidify his status as the No. 1 pound-for-pound fighter in the world.
Islam Makhachev or Alexander Volkanovski? UFC champ Ilia Topuria details next fight options
UFC champ Ilia Topuria says he’s “much better” than Alexander Volkanovski in a rematch and he could do whatever he wants to ...
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Chael Sonnen Warns UFC: Move Islam Makhachev To 170 Or Watch Him ‘Retire Like Khabib Did’
Former fighter-turned-analyst Chael Sonnen thinks the UFC has a big decision to make regarding lightweight kingpin Islam ...
Chael Sonnen: Islam Makhachev's desire to change weight classes isn't about UFC second title
Chael Sonnen believes there is an underlying reason why UFC lightweight champ Islam Makhachev wants to move weight classes.
Dan Hooker believes 'the myth' of Islam Makhachev and Team Khabib 'is bigger than the man'
Hooker's encounter with Makhachev in 2021 was rough, resulting in a first-round submission loss via kimura. However the ...
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UFC Legend Hails Islam Makhachev’s Wrestling Prowess Terming Him Superior Over The Others In His Division
Islam Makhachev has established himself as one of the best modern-day MMA greats. Ruling the UFC lightweight division, Makhachev is looking unbeatable at the moment. Take his UFC 311 victory ...
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After Surpassing Khabib Nurmagomedov’s Streak, Islam Makhachev Is Now One Win Away From Matching Anderson Silva’s Record
There’s no doubt that the claims of Islam Makhachev being a better version of Khabib Nurmagomedov hold weight. His impressive winning streak and ability to dominate anyone who steps in his path ...
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UFC 311 LIVE: Makhachev submits Moicano on late notice – reaction and results
Islam Makhachev made quick work of Renato Moicano on late notice at UFC 311, securing a historic fourth lightweight title defence. Makhachev was expecting to fight Arman Tsarukyan here ...
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UFC 311: Islam Makhachev Wants to Move Up to Face Dricus Du Plessis Following Big Win
James Brizuela is a contributing sports writer located in Los Angeles. His focus is on the NFL and MMA. He has in-depth knowledge of the NFL as a whole, having been a fan for over 30 years, and ...
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‘Sensational’ – Islam Makhachev breaks Khabib Nurmagomedov record at UFC 311 to retain lightweight title
Makhachev was called out by current UFC featherweight champion Ilia Topuria after the bout. "Islam, if I want to, I can finish you," Topuria said on X. "If I want to, I can knock you out.
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Islam Makhachev interrupts interview to send reassuring selfie to his mother after UFC 311 win
UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev reached out to his anxious mother immediately after his history-making win at UFC 311. Islam Makhachev defeated short-notice replacement opponent Renato ...
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UFC 311: Makhachev sets new record and retains lightweight belt for fourth consecutive time
Islam Makhachev has now defended his belt four consecutive times, a first in UFC history; Makhachev submitted Renato Moicano in four minutes and five seconds to claim his 15th straight win Image ...