Jan 18, 2025 · Islam Makhachev, known for his impressive skills and dominant championship reign, has often been linked with Khabib Nurmagomedov, the former UFC lightweight champion who retired with an unblemished record of 29-0. He is also returning at UFC 311 to join Islam's corner against Renato Moicano .

5 days ago · UFC insider shares eye-opening take on why Islam Makhachev is behind Khabib Nurmagomedov in the lightweight GOAT discussion, despite historic feat

Oct 28, 2021 · Islam Makhachev has been a longtime teammate and friend of UFC legend Khabib Nurmagomedov. Islam has stated numerous times to the media that he aspires to be like his friend Nurmagomedov, and the two have a great deal of respect for one another.

Jan 19, 2025 · Islam Makhachev stopped Renato Moicano to retain his UFC lightweight title in stunning fashion at UFC 311 in California.

Jan 22, 2025 · Khabib Nurmagomedov, center, speaks to Daniel Cormier after his teammate Islam Makhachev, left, won the UFC lightweight title. Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC

Jan 10, 2025 · Islam Makhachev recently explained why he doesn't care too much about breaking Khabib Nurmagomedov's UFC lightweight title defense record.

2 days ago · Like his predecessor, all-time great Khabib Nurmagomedov, Makhachev has been unstoppable on his UFC run.

Jan 20, 2025 · Khabib Nurmagomedov addressed a huge win from Islam Makhachev on the same night that his cousin Umar Nurmagomedov fell short in his bid at becoming champion at UFC 311

Jan 16, 2025 · Islam Makhachev will have longtime friend and teammate Khabib Nurmagomedov in his corner for his UFC 311 lightweight title fight against Arman Tsarukyan....

Jan 16, 2025 · LOS ANGELES — Khabib Nurmagomedov left a lasting impression on Islam Makhachev around 18 years ago when they were competing sambo together in Dagestan, Russia.