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Javier Mendez has surprise pick for UFC champion Islam Makhachev's toughest fight
Many people might disagree with Javier Mendez ’s pick for UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev ’s toughest fight. Makhachev (26-1 MMA, 15-1 UFC) has been dominant for the most part, but a few fighters have given him competitive fights during his career. Outside of his knockout loss to Adriano Martins in 2015, Makhachev has never lost.
Islam Makhachev admits to mistakes against Dustin Poirier: ‘I know what I did wrong’
Makhachev was overwhelmingly favored to win, but it ended up being one of the most difficult of his career as Poirier defended takedowns and opened up a nasty cut on Makhachev’s forehead. In the end,
Eddie Alvarez Deems Dustin Poirier ‘Most Violent’ of UFC Lightweight Stars
As for his BKFC career, Eddie Alvarez is 1-1 so far. Alvarez defeated Chad Mendes in his debut before failing to capture the inaugural "King of Violence" title from Mike Perry in Dec. 2023. Alvarez is now set to take on Jeremy Stephens in the main event of Knuckle Mania 5 on Jan. 25.
UFC champ Islam Makhachev opens up on mistakes in Dustin Poirier win
Makhachev (26-1 MMA, 15-1 UFC) notched his third title defense when he submitted Poirier in Round 5 at UFC 302 in June. Makhachev, who’s dominated most of his opposition throughout his career, was surprised with how competitive “The Diamond” made things.
Islam Makhachev says 'it's a good time' for Bellator lightweight champion Usman Nurmagomedov to join the UFC
Umar Nurmagomedov is on the verge of bringing a second UFC title to the Nurmagomedov family. If Islam Makhachev's prediction is correct, a third Nurmagomedov could hold UFC gold soon. Makhachev, the UFC lightweight champion,

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Islam Makhachev’s hardest opponent named as shock fighter who never won undisputed UFC title
Sentiment was low for Poirier, whom many considered undeserving of the title shot. ‘The Diamond’ earned his fight off the ...
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Khabib Nurmagomedov reminisces Dustin Poirier's five-word response to his question after first round of their famed title fight
Khabib Nurmagomedov recently reflected on his title fight against Dustin Poirier and revealed what 'The Diamond' told him at the end of the first round.
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Islam Makhachev, Merab Dvalishvili to don custom shorts for UFC 311 title defenses
having recorded championship wins over Dustin Poirier, Alexander Volkanovski (twice), and Charles Oliveira. Dvalishvili ...
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5 UFC Fighters Who Cannot Afford To Lose in 2025
Legendary American football coach Vince Lombardi once declared, "Winning isn't everything, it's the only thing." This mantra ...
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Khabib Nurmagomedov picks which was easy between fighting Dustin Poirier and cornering Islam Makhachev against 'The Diamond'
Former UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov passed on the torch to his teammate and close friend, Islam Makhachev, when he chose to hang up his gloves in 2020.
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Islam Makhachev & Merab Dvalishvili Get Custom Shorts for UFC 311 Title Fights
Champions Islam Makhachev and Merab Dvalishvili will be wearing their own personalized fight shorts when they enter the cage for their matchups at UFC 311.
Arman Tsarukyan open to trilogy bout if he beats Islam Makhachev at UFC 311
Arman Tsarukyan expects to see Islam Makhachev again after UFC 311. Tsarukyan (22-3 MMA, 9-2 UFC) runs things back with ...