It seems that Islam Makhachev will have the opportunity to defend his welterweight belt against Carlos Prates before Ramadan in 2027.

Jean Silva doesn't thinks Islam Makhachev can avoid a knockout shot from Carlos Prates over the course of five rounds.

Carlos Prates is adamant that he is next in line for a shot at Islam Makhachev’s welterweight strap. ‘The Nightmare’ knocked ...

At UFC 322 in 2025, Islam Makhachev dominated Jack Della Maddalena to claim the welterweight title, ending the champion’s ...

Former UFC fighter Diana Belbita spoke candidly about Islam Makhachev‘s place in the GOAT debate. Belbita believes Makhachev has proven to be an all-time great and holds him in high regard. Makhachev, ...

Former interim UFC welterweight champion Colby Covington doesn’t believe Carlos Prates can defeat Islam Makhachev.

UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev will take down Carlos Prates and submit him, says MMA star Colby Covington.

Presented with the possibility of fighting Conor McGregor in a boxing ring, Islam Makhachev jumped at the opportunity. Unconvinced by McGregor’s ability, Makhachev insisted that the Irishman is only ...

Islam Makhachev's coach, Javier Mendez, revealed who he believes should challenge his pupil next, naming Carlos Prates as the most deserving.

Islam Makhachev responded to Shavkat Rakhmonov’s critique about being overlooked in the welterweight title discussion, citing recovery timelines as central to near-term matchmaking. In comments to ...

Islam Makhachev made a heartfelt admission about his championship journey, revealing that nothing compares to the emotion he felt when Charles Oliveira tapped. For most fighters, capturing a world ...

New UFC Welterweight Champion Islam Makhachev made it look easy Saturday night with a unanimous decision win (50-45, 50-45, 50-45) over Jack Della Maddalena in the main event of UFC 322. Makhachev ...