US EditionMichael Bisping Says Ilia Topuria Will Be Next To Challenge Islam Makhachev
- Michael Bisping predicts that Ilia Topuria will challenge UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev next, despite Makhachev's reluctance to face another featherweight.
- Islam Makhachev successfully defended his title by submitting Renato Moicano in January, marking his fourth title defense and breaking Khabib Nurmagomedov's joint-record.
- Javier Mendez, Makhachev's coach, praised Makhachev as a better student than Khabib Nurmagomedov, stating that he consistently follows coaching instructions.
- Justin Gaethje called for a title shot after defeating Rafael Fiziev, while Charles Oliveira and Arman Tsarukyan seek rematches with Makhachev.
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Daniel Cormier Provides Solution to Dana White’s Biggest Problem at UFC Lightweight Division With Islam Makhachev
The UFC lightweight division is currently in flux, with no clear opponent for Islam Makhachev‘s title. Dana White had initially lined up Arman Tsarukyan for the opportunity, but after his last-minute withdrawal from UFC 311, the UFC CEO made it clear that Tsarukyan was no longer the next in line. Meanwhile, Justin Gaethje is fighting hard for another shot at the title, while Ilia Topuria‘s shift to 155 pounds has added an intriguing wildcard to …
When a Joke Becomes Reality: Makhachev’s Dagestan Wrestling Proposition - Real News Now
Islam Makhachev is a well-known figure in the fight world, recognized not just for his fighting prowess but also for his humorous one-liners. His playful jabs and challenges, whether aimed at interview show producers or even King Kong, are appreciated by his fans. A particular instance of his humor that garnered attention was his comment about transforming youths into strong prospects by sending them to Dagestad for a couple of years. With time,…
Since April 2024, just after defeating Charles Oliveira at UFC 300, wrestler Arman Tsarukyan ranks number one in the lightweight ranking.After nine months of suspension for an assault on an amateur, the Armenian had to face Islam Makhachev for the division belt last January at UFC 311. However, because of an injury to the back Tsarukyan fell out of the fight and remained waiting for a new chance to fight for the title.With the landing of Ilia To…
The Chilean fighter spoke to MARCA before his fight with Jalin Turner and saw with good eyes the rise of 'El Matador' to his category Read
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