When the scorecard took so long ... Topuria v Makhachev fight. Do you see this happening? Who would you personally prefer to fight for the Lightweight title? “I’d rather fight Islam.

Chael Sonnen refuses to believe that UFC champion Islam Makhachev is avoiding Ilia Topuria. Makhachev (27-1 MMA, 16-1 UFC) ...

Islam Makhachev emerged as the next big thing in Dagestan. After Khabib Nurmagomedov sent shockwaves through the UFC, it was Makhachev who carried forward the legacy. Training alongside Khabib ...

Islam Makhachev could find himself in a difficult position if he agrees to fight Ilia Topuria, according to a former two-weight UFC champion. The Dagestani has solidified his status as the ...

Javier Mendez says Islam Makhachev welcomes all challengers, and that includes UFC Featherweight Champion Ilia Topuria. Lightweight Champion Makhachev is taking names at 155lbs, defending his ...

Islam Makhachev’s coach is focusing on a different challenger than Ilia Topuria after a lightweight shake-up this weekend. Makhachev has been struggling for challengers since breaking the record ...

Now, veteran journalist Mike Bohn is making the case for why Islam Makhachev is currently the biggest UFC superstar. With his rising popularity and impressive performances, Makhachev could very ...

There's no shortage of potential contenders to face reigning UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev, but according to UFC Hall of Famer Michael Bisping, one name stands out from the crowd.

Javier Mendez discusses the differences between Justin Gaethje (middle) potentially fighting Islam Makhachev (left) and his bout against Khabib Nurmagomedov (right) [Image courtesy: Getty] MMA ...

"Slam him in for a title, put it against Islam and give the fans what they want. That's it." Catterall agreed and insisted a bout between Makhachev and Topuria is up there with Jones fighting ...