Islam Makhachev branded ‘almost Khabib’ by Dricus Du Plessis after teasing middleweight title challenge
After Islam Makhachev called out Dricus Du Plessis, the middleweight champion has slammed the Russian by labelling him as 'almost Khabib'.
Sean Strickland warns 'good dude' Islam Makhachev against middleweight move
That had Makhachev contemplating jumping up to 185 pounds, which middleweight champion Dricus Du Plessis cautioned him about . Strickland (29-6 MMA, 16-6 UFC) challenges Du Plessis (22-2 MMA, 8-0 UFC) in a title-fight rematch, which headlines UFC 312 Feb. 8 at Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney ( ESPN+ pay-per-view, ESPN2, ESPN+).
Dana White Reacts to Makhachev's Proposal to Face Dricus Du Plessis at Middleweight
Due to this Makhachev expressed his urge to go to middleweight and share the cage with Dricus Du Plessis. The UFC president Dana White recently shared his take on Makhachev’s goals and as usual, he wasn’t too excited about the idea of seeing the lightweight champion moving two weight classes up.
Dana White reacts to Islam Makhachev’s planned move to middleweight to fight Dricus Du Plessis… ‘I don’t know about that’
UFC boss, Dana White has shut down Islam Makhachev's callout of middleweight champion, Dricus Du Plessis, stating that it would be too much for him.
Dana White reacts to UFC champion Islam Makhachev contemplating middleweight move
Dana White isn't sure about UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev jumping two weight classes. Makhachev (27-1 MMA, 16-1 UFC) is eager to become a two-weight UFC champion, but standing in the way of his goal is his good friend and training partner,
Dana White Gives A Sly Response On Islam Makhachev Going Up To 185 lbs
Dana White delivers a sly response when asked about Islam Makhachev potentially moving up to 185 lbs, keeping fans speculating.
Dana White Shuts Down Islam Makhachev’s UFC Middleweight Ambitions
Islam Makhachev has discussed a move to middleweight. Dana White believes the UFC Lightweight Champion should consider welterweight instead.
UFC analyst doesn't care to see Islam Makhachev at 185 pounds
Islam Makhachev wants multi-division championship glory, but one UFC analyst would prefer to see him stick in his own lane.
UFC 311: Islam Makhachev Sets UFC Lightweight Title Defense Record
Following UFC 311, Islam Makhachev stands alone with the most UFC lightweight title fight wins. Next up is Anderson Silva's ...
UFC 311 results: Islam Makhachev in class all his own after submitting Renato Moicano to retain title
Is Islam Makhachev the greatest lightweight fighter in UFC history? After UFC 311, he's got one record working in his favor. ...
Nurmagomedov v Makhachev - who leads lightweight GOAT race?
With Islam Makhachev breaking his close friend, mentor and coach Khabib Nurmagomedov's record for most UFC lightweight title ...
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After Surpassing Khabib Nurmagomedov’s Streak, Islam Makhachev Is Now One Win Away From Matching Anderson Silva’s Record
Islam Makhachev closes in on Anderson Silva's record after surpassing Khabib Nurmagomedov’s winning streak in MMA.
Islam Makhachev's dominance continues, chokes out Renato Moicano at UFC 311
Islam Makhachev cemented his place in UFC history Saturday night at UFC 311, submitting late replacement Renato Moicano.
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Makhachev breaks Nurmagomedov record with UFC win
just shy of 24 hours before the bout Islam Makhachev submitted Renato Moicano in one round to successfully retain his lightweight title at UFC 311 and set a new record. The Russian has now ...
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MMA divisional rankings: Islam Makhachev, Merab Dvalishvili solidify top spots
The two fighters defending championships, lightweight Islam Makhachev and men's bantamweight ... UFC interim champion Record: 15-3 Last: W (TKO1) vs. Curtis Blaydes, July 27, 2024 Next: TBD ...
MMA Junkie's Submission of the Month for January: Islam Makhachev's squeeze makes Renato Moicano surrender
Islam Makhachev’s D’Arce choke is becoming a signature move after it netted him Submission of the Month honors again in ...