Islam Makhachev holds the No. 1 spot in the UFC’s pound-for-pound rankings — and with good reason. His most recent win, at UFC 311 over Renato Moicano, made him the all-time leader in lightweight title defenses.

The UFC is heading for a confusing place regarding International Fight Week. The annual marquee event generally features a huge main event, and many believed that a matchup between current lightweight champion Islam Makhachev and former featherweight champion Ilia Topuria would be that matchup.

Former UFC champ shuts down rumors of Islam Makhachev wishing Belal Muhammad to lose, clarifying his true stance and intentions.

Ahead of his imminent move up to welterweight, Islam Makhachev's plan to defend two UFC belts has been questioned by UFC legend, Chael Sonnen.

Paddy Pimblett has given his reaction to Islam Makhachev possibly challenging for the UFC welterweight title following UFC 315.

In his incredible career, Islam Makhachev has accumulated wins over three men that have held UFC gold in the past. He defeated Charles Oliveira, Alexander Volkanovski and Dustin Poirier in consecutive fights to earn the biggest wins on his record thus far.

UFC star calls out Islam Makhachev for showing excitement and title ambitions despite Belal Muhammad’s recent loss shaking his momentum.

UFC Lightweight Champion Islam Makhachev finds himself embroiled in controversy following Jack Della Maddalena’s upset victory over Belal Muhammad at UFC 315. His interest in moving up to welterweight was not a secret.