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'I think he’s happy but…' Islam Makhachev reveals REALITY of Khabib Nurmagomedov’s early exit from fighting
Khabib Nurmagomedov has missed the world of MMA as much as it has missed the lightweight legend. Years after his retirement, Nurmagomedov is still helping others in their MMA journey, including the current UFC lightweight champion, Islam Makhachev. However, Makhachev recently made a huge revelation about the undefeated Dagestani fighter.
MMA News / FirstSportz / May 17
'Everybody can finish Conor…' Islam Makhachev takes dig at Conor McGregor and doesn’t rate Dustin Poirier’s wins over Irishman
No current champion in the UFC has more than two title defenses. Islam Makhachev would be looking to be the first to have three at UFC 302 against Dustin “The Diamond” Poirier.
MMA News / FirstSportz / May 17
'Take the Diamond and put on my belt,' Islam Makhachev doubles down on not fearing Dustin Poirier’s grappling skills with a smirk
Islam Makhachev defends his lightweight gold against Dustin Poirier in the UFC 302 headliner. One of the best-ranking P4P standouts and lightweight king meets a phenomenal striker in Dustin Poirier.
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / May 17
Islam Makhachev Wants The Conor McGregor Fight – ‘August Or September’
Islam Makhachev, the UFC Lightweight Champion, has welcomed a fight with Conor McGregor. Makhachev is preparing to face Dustin Poirier at UFC 302 on June 1.
MMA News / FirstSportz / May 16
Watch: Islam Makhachev hilariously ‘loses’ to UFC Hall of Famer’s son ahead of title defense against Dustin Poirier
Islam Makhachev is looking to make his comeback in 2024. He has an upcoming fight this June against Dustin Poirier. However, has Makhachev found a new training partner?
MMA News / FirstSportz / May 11
'I want to clean my division…' Islam Makhachev accepts Max Holloway’s criticism and vows to fight only ‘REAL’ lightweights next
If “be careful what you wish for” was a person right now, it’d be Max Holloway. He wished to rise in weight class and try his luck again. It clicked, and he bagged the BMF strap.
MMA News / FirstSportz / May 11
'Never see him finish,' Islam Makhachev CAUGHT lagging in false appreciation of Dustin Poirier’s gilly-prowess
When American poet Ralph Waldo Emerson wrote about friends knowing oneself better than anyone, he certainly did not think of Daniel Cormier and Islam Makhachev.
Is Dustin Poirier being overlooked by Islam Makhachev 
Dustin Poirier is less than a month away from what very well could be his The post Is Dustin Poirier being overlooked by Islam Makhachev first appeared on MyMMANews.
MMA News / FirstSportz / May 10
'There’s no doubt in my mind!' 35-year-old Beneil Dariush confident of beating Islam Makhachev despite recent slump
2023 wasn’t kind to Beneil Dariush, with him going 0-2 and taking some time off. However, Beneil Dariush has just started to ease his way back into contact training and to start booking fights.
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / May 9
Makhachev Shows Off His Insane Punch Power; Poirier Tells Him ‘Pull Up’
Dustin Poirier dismissed Islam Makhachev’s punch power after the UFC Lightweight Champion showed off his skills. The Diamond faces Makhachev at UFC 302 on June 1, hoping to win his first world title.
MMA News / Sherdog.com / May 8
Mauricio Ruffy Explains Islam Makhachev Callout, Targets Bobby Green Next
There was a method behind the madness of Mauricio Ruffy’s post-fight callout of UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev last weekend. “Since I beat his best sparring partner (Raimond Magomedaliev) in a higher weight class (170 pounds) on the Contender Series, I thought it was a good moment to make a statement,” Ruffy told Sherdog.com.
MMA News / CBSSPorts.com / May 7
UFC 302 -- Islam Makhachev vs. Dustin Poirier: Fight card, date, odds, location, rumors, complete guide
Poirier looks to capture an elusive UFC title against arguably the sport's pound-for-pound king
MMA News / FanNation MMA Knockout / May 7
Dustin Poirier: Islam Makhachev Underestimating 'The Diamond' at UFC 302
(Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports) Perennial lightweight contender Dustin Poirier feels he's being disrespected by Islam Makhachev ahead of their title clash at UFC 302.
MMA News / Sherdog.com / May 5
Mauricio Ruffy Issues Warning to Islam Makhachev After Successful UFC Debut
Mauricio Ruffy put lightweight champ Islam Makhachev on notice after a flawless debut at UFC 301. Ruffy picked apart Australian veteran Jamie Mullarkey on the feet to score a first-round TKO win in front of his home fans at the Farmasi Arena in Rio de Janeiro on Saturday night.
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / May 3
Poirier Could Retire If He Beats Makhachev
Dustin Poirier has said he could retire if he beats Islam Makhachev at UFC 302 in June. The Diamond secured the title shot after defeating Benoit Saint-Denis at UFC 299.
MMA News / FanNation MMA Knockout / May 2
UFC News: Dustin Poirier Talks Retirement After Islam Makhachev Title Fight
Dustin Poirier's longevity in the MMA space is almost unprecedented. 'The Diamond' has been a perennial contender in the UFC for the better part of eight years, and he's showing no signs of slowing down.
MMA News / ClutchPoints / April 30
Islam Makhachev’s net worth in 2024
Islam Makhachev’s net worth in 2024 is $1 million. Islam Makhachev is on a path to becoming one of the all-time UFC greats. Currently one of the biggest superstars in the UFC, Makhachev is the Lightweight Champion of the world, but he is still on the rise.
MMA News / Sherdog.com / April 30
Arman Tsarukyan: UFC Champ Islam Makhachev Not an 'Invincible Superhero'
Arman Tsarukyan recently downplayed the “invincible” aura surrounding Islam Makhachev. Tsarukyan suffered a unanimous decision loss against Makhachev in his short-notice Ultimate Fighting Championship debut back in 2019.
MMA News / Sherdog.com / April 29
Islam Makhachev Believes He’ll Be Stylistic Nightmare for Dustin Poirier
Islam Makhachev is expecting an easy night at the office in his upcoming title defense against Dustin Poirer. Makhachev is scheduled to defend his lightweight title against Poirier in the main event at UFC 302 on June 1 at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey.
MMA News / Dice City Sports / April 18
This Upcoming UFC Fight Is Criminally Underrated
UFC 302’s main event between Islam Makhachev (25-1) and Dustin Poirier (30-8) has everything a UFC fan would want. It has trash talk and two excellent MMA stars, and it’s going down in Newark, New Jersey.
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / April 17
Strickland Returns as Makhachev Headlines UFC 302
It’s just a few days since UFC 300, and Dana White is already making waves for his upcoming events. Islam Makhachev is set to defend his UFC Lightweight against fight fan favorite Dustin Poirier.
Islam Makhachev Titles Anatoly Malykhin ‘Most Dangerous’ Man In The World
Islam Makhachev is considered to be the best pound-for-pound athlete in the UFC. With a 25-1 professional record and 13 consecutive victories, the UFC Lightweight Champion’s success warrants the accolades.
MMA News / FanNation MMA Knockout / February 20
UFC News: Islam Makhachev’s Coach Reveals Double-Champ Plans for UFC Champion
What's the word on Islam Makhachev? Everybody's wondering when we'll see the UFC Lightweight Champion back in action after a pair of title defenses over
RDS on his chances to fight Islam Makhachev
Rafael dos Anjos is scheduled to face Mateusz Gamrot on UFC 299 on March 3 in Miami, Florida. And thus this was one of the topics he was questioned about during his interview on the most recent edition of the Jaxxon Podcast.
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