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On YouTubeMMA News / Bloody Elbow / April 28
Arman Tsarukyan set for combat sports return against Islam Makhachev’s teammate
#1 UFC Lightweight contender Arman Tsarukyan will be returning sooner rather than later. Unfortunately, it’s not the UFC title fight he wanted against champion Islam Makhachev, a bout Tsarukyan withdrew from earlier this year at UFC 311 due to a last-minute back injury.
MMA News / The SportsRush / April 28
Islam Makhachev’s Coach Exposes How Dana White & Co’s Scolding Stopped Him From Leaking Inside Info
Even the best in the business slip up sometimes. Take American Kickboxing coach Javier Mendez, for instance. One of MMA’s most decorated coaches, Mendez learned that lesson the hard way.
MMA News / The SportsRush / April 28
Islam Makhachev’s Coach Exposes How Ariel Helwani Breaks UFC News Before Dana White Makes them Official
Even after a couple of decades in combat sports, scribe Ariel Helwani remains the undisputed top dog of getting the inside scoop. Whether it’s a major
MMA News / FirstSportz / April 28
Islam Makhachev close to dethroning Jon Jones and Demetrious Johnson according to top coach
UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev is currently recognized as the pound-for-pound number one fighter in the world right now. The fighter has already defended his belt four times, which is more than anybody else in the entire UFC lightweight history.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / April 28
Islam Makhachev’s coach names the two fighters he could surpass to become the most well-rounded of all time
Fight fans are eagerly anticipating the next move of the pound-for-pound king. Islam Makhachev has multiple different paths that he could go down for his second outing of 2025 with big options on the table.
MMA News / FirstSportz / April 27
Islam Makhachev mentioned in Ian Garry’s roadmap to historical UFC title fight run
Ian Garry’s fearlessness stands out in a time when many fighters avoid tough opponents for strategic reasons or security. His recent victory against Carlos Prates at UFC Kansas City was another testament to his rising talent and determination in the sport.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / April 26
Daniel Cormier clashed with Khabib Nurmagomedov and Islam Makhachev in heated argument… ‘This dude is lying’
Daniel Cormier was rendered furious with Khabib Nurmagomedov and Islam Makhachev in the middle of an intense discussion. Having trained extensively alongside the lightweight legends, ‘DC’ has formed an incredibly close bond with the esteemed grapplers.
Islam Makhachev teases huge next UFC title fight news
UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev appears closer to a title fight than not. According to Eurosport, Makhachev is in camp preparing fight against an unnamed opponent. “I can confirm that Islam Makhachev has already started a training camp for his next fight,” Alvaro Colmenero tweeted.
MMA News / FirstSportz / April 25
3 Signs Islam Makhachev vs Ilia Topuria are headlining International Fight Week
The potential clash between Islam Makhachev and Ilia Topuria has stirred intense excitement among fans eagerly awaiting an electrifying lightweight showdown.
Belal Muhammad gives bold prediction for Islam Makhachev vs. Ilia Topuria
Belal Muhammad has offered his official prediction for the rumored lightweight title clash between Ilia Topuria and Islam Makhachev. Topuria vacated his featherweight belt on the UFC's promise of a title fight.
MMA News / FirstSportz / April 24
Dana White put in tricky spot as Belal Muhammad doubles down on not fighting Islam Makhachev
The drama surrounding UFC pound-for-pound king Islam Makhachev‘s next fight is at an all-time high. His last outing was at UFC 311, and everyone is eager to see him back, preferably during the International Fight Week.
MMA News / FirstSportz / April 24
Ian Garry predicts ‘absolute disaster’ if Islam Makhachev moves up to the welterweight division
Islam Makhachev currently holds the UFC’s pound-for-pound #1 spot, maintaining his dominance over a competitive roster. He’s defended his lightweight championship four times, marking the highest number of successful title defenses in the division’s long history.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / April 23
Islam Makhachev’s welterweight ambitions face new obstacle after Belal Muhammad’s latest comments
UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev’s rumored move to the welterweight division has a big obstacle in its way. Islam Makhachev hasn’t fought since defending the UFC lightweight belt against Renato Moicano at UFC 311 earlier this year.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / April 23
Islam Makhachev tabbed as an ‘absolute disaster’ for the top UFC welterweights by star contender
If Islam Makhachev moves to the UFC welterweight division, a top contender is happy to let him skip the line for a title shot. UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev is plotting his next move after last defending the belt against Renato Moicano at UFC 311.
MMA News / FirstSportz / April 22
Dana White called out for ‘fumbling’ Islam Makhachev vs. Ilia Topuria super fight
Islam Makhachev vs. Ilia Topuria is one of the most talked-about potential title fights in the last few months. However, despite all the hype and anticipation, there has been no progress on the date announced by Dana White.
MMA News / Athlon Sports / April 22
‘I’ll Never Fight Him’ – Undefeated UFC Contender Shuts Down Clash With Islam Makhachev
When the UFC rankings feature a dominant champion and an undefeated contender rising through the ranks—even in different weight classes—it’s natural for fans to dream up future showdowns.
MMA News / FirstSportz / April 22
Islam Makhachev finds supporter in rival Arman Tsarukyan for rejecting Ilia Topuria super fight
Islam Makhachev is under heavy criticism after allegedly avoiding a fight against Ilia Topuria, who recently vacated his featherweight title for lightweight gold.
MMA News / The SportsRush / April 20
‘To Avenge Alexander Volkanovski’: Jack Della Maddalena Teases Islam Makhachev Fight if He Wins Welterweight Gold
Islam Makhachev might be stalling, not wanting to take a lightweight title fight against Ilia Topuria, hoping for a jump to welterweight, but it might come back and haunt him.
MMA News / Dice City Sports / April 20
Topuria to Makhachev: ‘You can’t keep avoiding me’
In knocking down two of the biggest featherweights in UFC history in Alexander Volkanovski and Max Holloway, Ilia Topuria has opted move up to the lightweight division.
MMA News / MMA Weekly / April 17
Ilia Topuria to Islam Makhachev: 'You can't keep avoiding me'
After knocking out arguably the two greatest featherweights in UFC history, Alexander Volkanovski and Max Holloway, Ilia Topuria opted to move up to the lightweight division. Topuria won the 145-pound title by knocking out Volkanovski in the second round at UFC 298 in February 2024.
UFC legend Khabib Nurmagomedov snubs Ilia Topuria as real threat to Islam Makhachev
Khabib Nurmagomedov doesn't think Ilia Topuria is the biggest test for Islam Makhachev at lightweight. Since defending his title for a record fourth time, the lightweight division is Makhachev's oyster, and challengers are champing at the bit to challenge him.
MMA News / Athlon Sports / April 8
UFC 314 Showdown: Paddy Pimblett vs. Michael Chandler Could Redefine the Lightweight Division
The lightweight division’s ever-shifting landscape takes center stage at UFC 314 in Miami, where Michael Chandler and Paddy Pimblett will collide in a bout dripping with contrasting narratives.
MMA News / Yardbarker / March 1
Only two fights make sense for UFC legend Dustin Poirier's finale
UFC lightweight legend Dustin Poirier is preparing to hang up his gloves after one final fight.
MMA News / Field Level Media / January 19
Islam Makhachev runs win streak to 13 at UFC 311
Islam Makhachev extended his winning streak to 15 matches with an effortless D'arce submission in the first round (4:05) against Renato Moicano on Saturday night in Inglewood, Calif., to cap UFC 311's main event.
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