- Islam Makhachev is the reigning UFC Lightweight Champion.
- Makhachev is fresh off another victory over Alexander Volkanovski.
- Makhachev's next opponent is No. 3-ranked lightweight contender Dustin Poirier on June 1 at UFC 302.
Islam Makhachev is coming off his second successful title defense of the UFC Lightweight Title against featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski in a title rematch that headlined the main event of UFC 294 in Yas Island, United Arab Emirates. The Dagestani wiped off doubts from their first meeting in February 2023 by knocking out Volkanovski in the first round.
#AndSTILL the lightweight world champ, @MakhachevMMA 🏆 #UFC294 pic.twitter.com/KsG1c6P9UI
— UFC (@ufc) October 21, 2023
The performance that Makhachev displayed in the bout with Volkanovski has further cemented his place in online sports betting, particularly in UFC odds. When will Makhachev return inside the Octagon? And who will he be facing next?
When Is Islam Makhachev’s Next Fight?
Makhachev’s next opponent is No. 3-ranked contender and former UFC interim lightweight champion Dustin Poirier, as they will headline the UFC 302 card on June 1 in Newark, New Jersey. This will be Makhachev’s first title defense against a lightweight contender after beating the former UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski twice.
BREAKING 🚨@MAKHACHEVMMA vs @DustinPoirier – #UFC302@SStricklandMMA vs @BorrachinhaMMA – #UFC302 @TheNotoriousMMA vs @MikeChandlerMMA – #UFC303 pic.twitter.com/oGbgtoyHho
— UFC (@ufc) April 14, 2024
Islam Makhachev MMA Record and Statistics
- MMA record: 25-1
- Wins by TKO/KO: 5
- Wins by submission: 11
- Wins by decision: 8
- Striking accuracy: 59%
- Significant strikes landed per minute: 2.37
- Significant strikes absorbed: 0.95
- Takedown average per 15 minutes: 3.42
- Submission average per 15 minutes: 1.27
- Significant strikes defense: 67%
- Takedown defense: 89%
- Knockdown average: 0.38
- Average fight time: 9:06
Islam Makhachev Notable Wins
Islam Makhachev holds a victory over Chris Wade, Gleison Tibau, Arman Tsarukyan, Drew Dober, Thiago Moises, Dan Hooker, Charles Oliveira and Alexander Volkanovski (twice).
Islam Makhachev UFC Earnings
Islam Makhachev’s estimated UFC earnings totaled around $5.5 million, with his rematch against Volkanovksi being the biggest payout of his career at $2.5 million. Of course, this figure does not include his sponsorships and endorsement deals outside the UFC.
Islam Makhachev Team and Corner
Islam Makhachev represents two top MMA teams and gyms – Eagles MMA and the American Kickboxing Academy or A.K.A. Under Eagles MMA, he is being trained by former UFC Lightweight Champion Khabib Nurmagomedov and his other Dagestani teammates.
Meanwhile, at A.K.A., Makhachev is guided by Javier Mendez, Andy Fong, Leandro Vieira, Bob Cook and Derek Yuen. Both his teammates and coaches from Eagles MMA and A.K.A were the ones who were in his corner during fights.
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