Makhachev notched his third title defense when he beat Dustin Poirier with a fifth-round D’Arce choke at UFC 302 in June.

At UFC 311, Islam Makhachev can break a tie with Khabib Nurmagomedov, Benson Henderson, and BJ Penn for most UFC lightweight ...

Poirier is widely regarded as one of the best fighters in UFC history who never won the undisputed title. He came up short in three title opportunities, facing Khabib Nurmagomedov, Charles Oliveira, ...

Paddy Pimblett was not impressed by Islam Makhachev's submission victory over Dustin Poirier back in June 2024.

Dustin Poirier ‘s third bid at achieving lineal UFC championship status fell short in his most recent Octagon appearance in June. After initially teasing retirement, Poirier has at least one more ...

Dustin Poirier shares major update on his future matchup amid growing rumors of a potential trilogy fight with Justin Gaethje ...

On June 1, Poirier attempted to dethrone Islam Makhachev from the UFC lightweight world title. ' The Diamond ' showcased a valiant effort before ultimately coming up short in the UFC 302 main event ...

As 2024 draws to a close, many fighters, media platforms, and fans are making their cases for the annual MMA awards, ...

It seems like every UFC champion these days is eyeing double-championship status, and with another successful lightweight ...

Coach to Islam Makhachev and Khabib Nurmagomedov, Javier Mendez once revealed an inside scoop into training sessions between ...

As far as effort levels go for his training camp ahead of UFC 311, Islam Makhachev is only operating at a level of four out ...