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On YouTubeMMA News / Sherdog.com / 12 minutes ago
Arman Tsarukyan: UFC Champ Islam Makhachev Not an 'Invincible Superhero'
Arman Tsarukyan recently downplayed the “invincible” aura surrounding Islam Makhachev. Tsarukyan suffered a unanimous decision loss against Makhachev in his short-notice Ultimate Fighting Championship debut back in 2019.
MMA News / Sherdog.com / 17 minutes ago
Islam Makhachev Believes He’ll Be Stylistic Nightmare for Dustin Poirier
Islam Makhachev is expecting an easy night at the office in his upcoming title defense against Dustin Poirer. Makhachev is scheduled to defend his lightweight title against Poirier in the main event at UFC 302 on June 1 at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey.
MMA News / Sherdog.com / 18 minutes ago
Coach: Justin Gaethje Was 'Biggest Threat' to Islam Makhachev’s Title Reign
American Kickboxing Academy coach Javier Mendez believes the biggest threat to Islam Makhachev’s lightweight title reign is gone. Mendez considered Justin Gaethje to be the biggest threat to Makhachev.
MMA News / Bleacher Report / April 25
Dustin Poirier vs. Islam Makhachev: Early Head-to-Toe Breakdown for UFC 302 
In the end, Dustin Poirier won the sweepstakes for the next crack at UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev. The popular veteran will get his shot at the…
MMA News / FirstSportz / April 19
Arman Tsarukyan doesn’t buy hype around Islam Makhachev being unbeatable
Arman Tsarukyan survived the 155-pound stalwart and submission phenom Charles Oliveira at UFC 300. The UFC lightweight contender thus snagged the No. 1 contender’s spot to contend for the title held by Islam Makhachev.
Islam Makhachev defends against Dustin Poirier in UFC 302 main event in Newark, New Jersey
UFC returns to Newark, N.J. with another stellar card, headlined by UFC lightweight champion Islam The post Islam Makhachev defends against Dustin Poirier in UFC 302 main event in Newark, New Jersey first appeared on MyMMANews.
MMA News / Dice City Sports / April 18
This Upcoming UFC Fight Is Criminally Underrated
UFC 302’s main event between Islam Makhachev (25-1) and Dustin Poirier (30-8) has everything a UFC fan would want. It has trash talk and two excellent MMA stars, and it’s going down in Newark, New Jersey.
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / April 17
Strickland Returns as Makhachev Headlines UFC 302
It’s just a few days since UFC 300, and Dana White is already making waves for his upcoming events. Islam Makhachev is set to defend his UFC Lightweight against fight fan favorite Dustin Poirier.
MMA News / Ringside Intel / April 14
UFC 300: Arman Tsarukyan Looking Forward To Islam Makhachev Rematch
Almost five years ago to the day, Arman Tsarukyan made his UFC debut against the future lightweight champion, Islam Makhachev. At UFC 300 Saturday night, Tsarukyan secured his rematch with Makhachev by defeating former champion Charles Oliveira.
Islam Makhachev Slams Dustin Poirier After Claiming He’s ‘Done More’ In MMA
Tensions are starting to rise between Dustin Poirier and Islam Makhachev. It’s not the lightweight title fight everybody was expecting in 2024, but it’s the one UFC fans might have to settle for as there’s a serious lack of available contenders right now.
Islam Makhachev Hints at Next Fight in June
UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev is in prime condition and eager to step into the octagon, viewing Dustin Poirier as the most suitable opponent for his desired timeline.
MMA News / FanNation MMA Knockout / March 15
Islam Makhachev on UFC 300 Offer, Dustin Poirier and ‘Useless’ BMF Title Fight
The UFC approached three fighters for a bout with Leon Edwards at UFC 300. As it turns out, Islam Makhachev was one of them. The reigning UFC Lightweight Champion has long dreamt of double-champ status, mentioning in the past he'd love to fight for welterweight gold someday.
MMA News / Ringside Intel / March 7
UFC Superstar Islam Makhachev Says ONE Champion ‘Most Dangerous Man In The World’
Some regard Islam Makhachev as the top fighter in the world. But the reigning UFC champion believes another holds that title. Makhachev recently gave honors of the most dangerous man in the sport to reigning three-division ONE champion, Anatoly Malykhin.
Islam Makhachev Titles Anatoly Malykhin ‘Most Dangerous’ Man In The World
Islam Makhachev is considered to be the best pound-for-pound athlete in the UFC. With a 25-1 professional record and 13 consecutive victories, the UFC Lightweight Champion’s success warrants the accolades.
MMA News / Yardbarker / March 1
Six fights UFC fans want to see
The history of the UFC is littered with great bouts between titans of the sport. The problem is that circumstances out of the control of UFC President Dana White often arise, making these major fights few and far between.
MMA News / Ringside Intel / February 20
Islam Makhachev's coach outlines 3-fight schedule that ends in champ-champ status
As far as Javier Mendez sees it, the path to greatness for Islam Makhachev is a pretty simple one. Mendez, speaking with Casino Alpha recently, laid out a three-fight future for his fighter that would lead to challenging for the welterweight title.
MMA News / FanNation MMA Knockout / February 20
UFC News: Islam Makhachev’s Coach Reveals Double-Champ Plans for UFC Champion
What's the word on Islam Makhachev? Everybody's wondering when we'll see the UFC Lightweight Champion back in action after a pair of title defenses over
Coach Bareman Admits He Didn't Watch Volkanovski vs. Makhachev 2: 'I Was Too Scared Of What Could Happen...'
City Kickboxing coach Eugene Bareman couldn't watch Alexander Volkanovski's short-notice rematch with Islam Makhachev at UFC 294 out of fear for how it would play out.
MMA News / FanNation MMA Knockout / February 5
UFC Champion Islam Makhachev Reveals Plan For Next Title Defense
Islam Makhachev has revealed an expected timeline for his next UFC lightweight title defense. Currently the UFC’s #1-ranked pound-for-pound fighter, Makhachev last stepped into the cage at UFC 294 and knocked out Alexander Volkanovski when the Australian stepped in for Charles Oliveira on short notice.
Sean O'Malley Reveals Why Islam Makhachev Is The UFC Fighter He Is Most In Awe Of: 'I Had A Nightmare That I Had To Fight Him!'
Sean O'Malley recently revealed himself to be among the many intimidated by Islam Makhachev's well-rounded fighting capabilities. The UFC Bantamweight Champion is currently preparing for his long-awaited rematch with Marlon "Chito" Vera.
RDS on his chances to fight Islam Makhachev
Rafael dos Anjos is scheduled to face Mateusz Gamrot on UFC 299 on March 3 in Miami, Florida. And thus this was one of the topics he was questioned about during his interview on the most recent edition of the Jaxxon Podcast.
UFC Lightweight Terrance McKinney Says Champion Islam Makhachev's Wrestling Won't Work Against Him: 'I Can Hold Down A Heavyweight If I Wanted To!'
The UFC's lightweight division has long been one of the most talent stacked weight classes in the sport and that's no different in 2024. Currently, the 155-pound champion also represents the best that MMA has to offer with Islam Makhachev sitting atop the division and the pound for pound rankings.
UFC Champion Islam Makhachev Makes Firm Promise Following Arman Tsarukyan's Arrival In The Lightweight Top 5
The UFC's lightweight division has been one of the most stacked weight classes in the entire sport for a long time, and that's no different leading into the final weeks of 2023.
MMA News / FanNation MMA Knockout / October 30
Islam Makhachev's Coach Reveals Who He Feels Will Get Next UFC Lightweight Title Shot
American Kickboxing Academy head coach Javier Mendez has dished on who he thinks will be the next UFC lightweight title challenger for Islam Makhachev.
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