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.
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Islam Makhachev was told about UFC 311 opponent change by teammate before getting official call
Islam Makhachev’s first learning of his UFC 311 opponent switch didn’t come from the UFC matchmakers. UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev had to scratch his gameplan for Arman Tsarukyan ...
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UFC champ Islam Makhachev opens up on mistakes in Dustin Poirier win
UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev acknowledges he wasn't flawless against Dustin Poirier. Makhachev (26-1 MMA, 15-1 UFC) notched his third title defense when he submitted Poirier in Round 5 ...
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Beneil Dariush on who gives UFC champ Islam Makhachev the toughest fight at lightweight
Beneil Dariush has an interesting pick for the UFC lightweight who has the best chance of dethroning Islam Makhachev. Makhachev (27-1 MMA, 16-1 UFC) retained his lightweight title when he ...
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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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Islam Makhachev plans permanent move in division as UFC has ‘no one to fight’ at lightweight
Islam Makhachev has always made his intention to become a UFC double champion clear and he may be on the verge of finally moving up in weight. Following the fight, Makhachev once again outlined ...
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UFC Lightweight Star Details 3 Reasons Why THIS Fighter Can Beat Islam Makhachev
The UFC lightweight division has long been ruled by the Dagestani champion, Islam Makhachev. However, despite several fighters trying to dethrone the champion, Makhachev has remained as the ...
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UFC 311 Islam Makhachev vs. Arman Tsarukyan 2: Watch Livestream, Start Time, Full Card
The highly anticipated title fight rematch between defending lightweight champ Islam Makhachev and Arman Tsarukyan is all set to take place this weekend as the headline act at UFC 311 in Inglewood ...
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Islam Makhachev says 'it's a good time' for Bellator lightweight champion Usman Nurmagomedov to join the UFC
Umar Nurmagomedov is on the verge of bringing a second UFC title to the Nurmagomedov family. If Islam Makhachev's prediction is correct, a third Nurmagomedov could hold UFC gold soon. Makhachev ...
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Nurmagomedov v Makhachev - who leads lightweight GOAT race?
When Islam Makhachev retained his lightweight title in dominant fashion in January, UFC president Dana White declared him the number one pound-for-pound fighter in the organisation. The 33-year ...
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UFC 311 -- Islam Makhachev vs. Arman Tsarukyan 2: Five biggest storylines to watch for in Los Angeles
A pair of title bouts sit atop the marquee as UFC 311 arrives in southern California on Saturday, marking the first pay-per-view event of 2025 for the global leader in mixed martial arts.
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UFC 311 purses and payouts: How much Islam Makhachev, Renato Moicano, Merab Dvalishvili, and others are making? Reported and estimated salaries
The UFC 311 headliner, featuring Islam Makhachev and Renato Moicano, is expected to bag both fighters lucrative paydays. Additionally, co-headliners Merab Dvalishvili and Umar Nurmagomedov are ...