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UFC legends react after Islam Makhachev tells them to change ‘Pound for Pound’ podcast name
Two legendary former UFC champions clap for and then clap back after Islam Makhachev tells them to change their podcast name.
Islam Makhachev tells his side of Nate Diaz water bottle incident backstage at UFC 311 press conference
UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev was recently involved in an altercation with Nate Diaz, but assures he did not instigate the incident. He doesn't even know what set Diaz off. Makhachev (26-1 MMA,
UFC champion Islam Makhachev details Nate Diaz water-bottle incident
Islam Makhachev has explained his run-in with Nate Diaz in December, when the pair’s teams threw water bottles at each other at a UFC press conference. On the week of UFC 310, Makhachev took part in an early press conference for UFC 311, where he defends the lightweight title against Arman Tsarukyan on 18 January.
Arman Tsarukyan on Facing Islam Makhachev at UFC 311: ‘Belt Motivates Me, Not Him'
Islam Makhachev and Arman Tsarukyan might be former foes, but they're not bitter rivals. The next UFC lightweight title fight is a rematch six years in the making, with current champion Makhachev defeating a 22-year-old Tsarukyan in his promotional debut back in 2019.
UFC 311: Can Islam Makhachev Break Record For UFC Title Fight Wins?
At UFC 311, Islam Makhachev can break a tie with Khabib Nurmagomedov, Benson Henderson, and BJ Penn for most UFC lightweight title fight wins.
Top UFC fights announced for 2025: Islam Makhachev, Israel Adesanya, Sean Strickland and more all compete
UFC 311 and UFC 312 each feature two title fights, plus Israel Adesanya competes in his first non-title fight in six years. UFC 311 already has a case for being the best card of 2025. The mixed martial arts leader debuts at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood,
Arman Tsarukyan reveals what Islam Makhachev told him after first UFC fight
Islam Makhachev gave Arman Tsarukyan some words of encouragement after their first UFC fight. Makhachev (26-1 MMA, 15-1 UFC) welcomed Tsarukyan (22-3 MMA, 9-2 UFC) to the UFC in April 2019, defeating the then-22-year-old by unanimous decision.
Watch Islam Makhachev vs. Arman Tsarukyan 1 ahead of UFC 311 rematch
UFC 311 is headlined by a lightweight championship rematch between titleholder Islam Makhachev and Arman Tsarukyan. Look back at their first fight.
UFC Star Believes Islam Makhachev Will Retain Title Against Arman Tsarukyan Despite Close Last Fight
Gilbert Burns recently shared his thoughts on X about the upcoming UFC 311 lightweight title fight. While he sees potential in Arman Tsarukyan’s chances, Burns leans toward Islam Makhachev retaining his belt.
Get $10 off UFC 311, Makhachev vs. Tsarukyan 2 by buying early
The UFC 311 pay-per-view will cost $80 at the regular price, but early buyers can get a $10 discount. UFC is starting out its 2025 schedule with a fantastic rematch between two hungry fighters. Islam Makhachev will take on Arman Tsarukyan in a rematch of their 2019 bout at UFC 311,
Islam Makhachev admits Michael Chandler's quick UFC title shot frustrated him
Upon signing with the UFC, former Bellator champion Chandler needed just one win to earn a shot at the vacant lightweight ...
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Khabib Nurmagomedov ‘got a little crazy’ in Islam Makhachev’s corner says legendary coach ahead of UFC 311
Ahead of Islam Makhachev's title defense at UFC 311, legendary coach Javier Mendez has explained what Khabib Nurmagomedov's ...
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UFC favorite Dan Hooker reveals he ‘Sold his title shot’ following massive run at lightweight
Perennial lightweight contender, Dan Hooker has claimed he "sold" his title shot at 155lbs in search of more money following ...
Bold predictions for 2025: Islam Makhachev makes history, Jon Jones stays active, UFC to Netflix, more
Although Strickland is a polarizing figure, it’s undeniable that he has been Du Plessis’ toughest fight in the UFC so far.