UFC champ Islam Makhachev has a simple reason for turning down a fight with Ilia Topuria, according to Khabib Nurmagomedov.

It isn’t known what will be next for Islam Makhachev at this point in time but a huge fight against the division’s most polarizing figure could tempt him to stick around for a bit longer.

Head Coach Javier Mendez suggests Khabib Nurmagomedov’s absence presents major challenges for Islam Makhachev.

UFC Lightweight Champion Islam Makhachev was a keen observer as two-time opponent Alexander Volkanovski returned to winning ...

Getty The MMA world is abuzz with reports UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev has turned down a potential fight with former featherweight champion Ilia Topuria. The proposed superfight has ...

Islam Makhachev could end his career as one of the greatest fighters of all time, according to a fellow UFC champion [Image Courtesy: @ufc via X/Twitter] Reigning UFC lightweight champion Islam ...

Islam Makhachev last fought Renato Moicano in what was one of the easiest fights of his career. However, once that was done, speculations about who Makhachev will face next began to emerge.

Following Alexander Volkanovski's win over Diego Lopes at UFC 314 on Saturday, his former foe, Islam Makhachev sent him a two-word message.

In a video captured by Álvaro Colmenero, Topuria didn’t mince words when discussing Makhachev, declaring, 'I am preparing for the Islam Makhachev fight, but he is afraid.' He remains confident ...

Islam Makhachev has dominated the lightweight division, proving his superiority with elite grappling, striking, and relentless pressure in every fight. His achievements surpass former champions ...