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 ...

I'd submit Dustin Poirier': Paddy Pimblett downplays Islam Makhachev's win UFC 302 bonuses: Islam Makhachev double-dips for $100,000 in thriller vs. Dustin Poirier 'One of the best fights I've ...

Islam Makhachev recently reflected on his successful title defense against Dustin Poirier at UFC 302 and highlighted areas in which he believes he could have been better. The Dagestani noted that ...

Lightweight champion Islam Makhachev will go for his fourth consecutive title defense against a new opponent on hours' notice when he meets Renato Moicano in the UFC 311 main event. Islam Makhachev vs ...

Islam Makhachev (far left ... he would have continued striking with Dustin Poirier at UFC 302. In fact, Makhachev believes he was on the verge of a knockout. Instead, Nurmagomedov, his friend ...

Jun 1, 2024; Newark, New Jersey, USA; Islam Makhachev (red gloves) celebrates defeating Dustin Poirier (blue gloves) during UFC 302 at Prudential Center. / Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images The highly ...

As 2024 wraps up, the UFC has revealed its Submission of the Year, and it’s a surprising choice for many. Despite expectations that Khamzat Chimaev would dominate the list, the honor goes to ...

Some already consider Islam Makhachev’s path to UFC gold harder ... but Dustin Poirier at UFC 302. “Dustin [Poirier] was the biggest challenge,” Mendez exclaimed. “Dustin brought it ...

Many people might disagree with Javier Mendez's pick for UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev's toughest ... submission of Dustin Poirier at UFC 302. "Dustin was the biggest challenge ...

Most recently, at UFC 302, Dustin Poirier faced a heart-breaking defeat at the hands of Makhachev. Months later, the UFC lightweight champion reflected on the fight. Islam Makhachev recently gave an ...