Islam Makhachev becomes first Russian champion in two UFC categories
Russian mixed martial artist (MMA) Islam Makhachev defeated Jack Della Maddalena from Australia and became the UFC welterweight champion.
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Islam Makhachev names who he wants to fight next
Russian professional mixed martial artist Islam Makhachev knows he’ll have plenty of options awaiting him with a win over Jack Della Maddalena at UFC 322, but he has one specific name in mind when looking at the top welterweight contenders.
Khabib hints at Islam Makhachev new superfight
Former lightweight champion Islam Makhachev will fight Jack Della Maddalena for the UFC welterweight title in November, according to Makhachev's mentor and UFC legend Khabib Nurmagomedov, who has confirmed his protégé will contest for a belt on his debut at 170 lbs.
Makhachev's first welterweight division fight to be held in late 2025
Russian mixed martial arts fighter Islam Makhachev will hold a bout against Australia’s Jack Della Maddalena for the champion’s title in the UFC Welterweight Division in the end of the year, the Russian fighter’s manager Ali Abdel-Aziz said.
Mixed martial arts star Khalil Rountree arrives in Baku
Khalil Rountree has arrived in the capital of Azerbaijan a week and a half before his fight with Jamahal Hill. Their fight will be the main event of the UFC tournament.
Merab Dvalishvili remains UFC lightweight champion
Sean O'Malley tried to reclaim the UFC lightweight title today, but Merab Dvalishvili defeated him again, this time on the ground.
Name of Tagir Ulanbekov's new opponent in UFC tournament in Baku announced
Russian fighter Tagir Ulanbekov has had his opponent replaced at the UFC tournament in Baku. The event will be held in Azerbaijan for the first time.
Ilia Topuria announced new UFC fight
Georgian professional mixed martial artist Ilia Topuria officially confirmed that he would return to competition on June 28. The undefeated star has now dropped a major announcement about when he will step back inside the Octagon …
Former UFC champion wants to take part in Irish presidential elections
Conor McGregor has announced his intention to take part in the presidential elections in his home country, set to take place in Ireland this fall.
Azerbaijan to host UFC tournament for the first time
The UFC tournament will be held in Azerbaijan for the first time. The deal between the country and the promotion is close to completion.
Ankalaev becomes one of the best UFC fighters
Magomed Ankalaev made his debut in the ranking of the best UFC fighters
Melikov invites UFC president to Dagestan
The head of Dagestan congratulated Magomed Ankalaev on winning the championship belt and invited Dana White to the republic.
Magomed Ankalaev becomes new UFC champion from Russia
UFC fighter Magomed Ankalaev has claimed the championship belt, becoming the fifth Russian representative to win a UFC title
Fighter Bekoev to return to UFC Octagon in May
Former LFA champion Russia's Azamat Bekoev (19-3 MMA, 1-0 UFC) will meet “The Ultimate Fighter 32” winner Ryan Loder (7-1 MMA, 1-0 UFC) in a three-round middleweight bout May 4 at a …
UFC fighter from Dagestan meets with Cristiano Ronaldo
Sharabutdin Magomedov visited the training base of the football club Al-Nassr, where he met with Cristiano Ronaldo. The Dagestani fighter will perform at the UFC tournament on February 1.
UFC drops Dagestani Gadzhiyasulov
The athlete had two fights in the promotion
Nurmagomedov to defend title again on January 25
Usman Nurmagomedov will return to the octagon on January 25. He will defend his championship title against Irish sportsman Paul Hughes. Nurmagomedov remains undefeated and has 18 wins.
Nurmagomedov falls in UFC rankings
Umar Nurmagomedov has dropped in the UFC rankings following his recent defeat in the title fight against Merab Dvalishvili.
Khabib Nurmagomedov escorted off plane: what happened?
Former Russian UFC champion Khabib Nurmgomedov is opening up about being removed from a flight in the United States following a seat dispute with airline staff. He clarified what was seen in a video that went viral over the weekend. …
Merab Dvalishvili to donate million to charities
Georgian professional mixed martial artist Merab Dvalishvili has received a generous gift following his historic win at UFC 306. At one of the biggest events in UFC history, 'The Machine' was able …
