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Islam Makhachev tells his side of Nate Diaz water bottle incident backstage at UFC 311 press conference
UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev was recently involved in an altercation with Nate Diaz, but assures he did not instigate the incident. He doesn't even know what set Diaz off. Makhachev (26-1 MMA,
UFC legends react after Islam Makhachev tells them to change ‘Pound for Pound’ podcast name
Two legendary former UFC champions clap for and then clap back after Islam Makhachev tells them to change their podcast name.
UFC champion Islam Makhachev details Nate Diaz water-bottle incident
Islam Makhachev has explained his run-in with Nate Diaz in December, when the pair’s teams threw water bottles at each other at a UFC press conference. On the week of UFC 310, Makhachev took part in an early press conference for UFC 311, where he defends the lightweight title against Arman Tsarukyan on 18 January.
Arman Tsarukyan on Facing Islam Makhachev at UFC 311: ‘Belt Motivates Me, Not Him'
Islam Makhachev and Arman Tsarukyan might be former foes, but they're not bitter rivals. The next UFC lightweight title fight is a rematch six years in the making, with current champion Makhachev defeating a 22-year-old Tsarukyan in his promotional debut back in 2019.
Khabib Nurmagomedov demands more effort from Islam Makhachev ahead of UFC 311: ‘It’s only four out of five’
As far as effort levels go for his training camp ahead of UFC 311, Islam Makhachev is only operating at a level of four out of five according to his coach and
Watch Islam Makhachev vs. Arman Tsarukyan 1 ahead of UFC 311 rematch
UFC 311 is headlined by a lightweight championship rematch between titleholder Islam Makhachev and Arman Tsarukyan. Look back at their first fight.
Bold predictions for 2025: Islam Makhachev makes history, Jon Jones stays active, UFC to Netflix, more
Although Strickland is a polarizing figure, it’s undeniable that he has been Du Plessis’ toughest fight in the UFC so far.
Islam Makhachev rants about Daniel Cormier’s unhealthy eating habits
UFC champion Islam Makhachev compares Daniel Cormier to Cristiano Ronaldo in rant over unhealthy eating habits.
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Khabib Nurmagomedov ‘got a little crazy’ in Islam Makhachev’s corner says legendary coach ahead of UFC 311
Ahead of Islam Makhachev's title defense at UFC 311, legendary coach Javier Mendez has explained what Khabib Nurmagomedov's ...
Usman Nurmagomedov 'more stressed' for brother Umar, Islam Makhachev at UFC 311 than own title defense
It would be hard to draw up a more significant start to the year than what Usman Nurmagomedov and his teammates have lined up ...
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UFC bold predictions for 2025: Islam Makhachev makes more history, big name signings join the promotion
Nurmagomedov's biggest roadblock is that his close friend Islam Makhachev reigns as UFC lightweight champion. If Nurmagomedov signs a UFC contract at the end of 2025, his ascent over the next few ...
UFC 311: Can Islam Makhachev Break Record For UFC Title Fight Wins?
At UFC 311, Islam Makhachev can break a tie with Khabib Nurmagomedov, Benson Henderson, and BJ Penn for most UFC lightweight ...
Why Dana White Once Called Islam Makhachev a Troublemaker
UFC boss Dana White once called the UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev a troublemaker, and it's all because of an ...
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Top UFC fights announced for 2025: Islam Makhachev, Israel Adesanya, Sean Strickland and more all compete
Makhachev vs. Tsarukyan is the best lightweight fight you can make. Makhachev can set a new record for most UFC lightweight title defenses (four), breaking the record he shares with mentor Khabib ...