There’s no doubt that the claims of Islam Makhachev being a better version of Khabib Nurmagomedov hold weight. His impressive winning streak and ability to dominate anyone who steps in his path—often on short notice—show what it truly means to be No. 1 pound-for-pound. With Makhachev now surpassing Khabib’s title defense record, he’s just one win away from matching Anderson Silva’s UFC record for consecutive wins.
Islam Makhachev’s continued rise in the sport cements his place among the all-time greats. After stepping in for a one-day notice fight against Moicano at UFC 311, he surpassed Khabib Nurmagomedov’s feat. With 15 wins in his UFC career, Makhachev is now just one win away from matching Anderson Silva’s record of 16 consecutive wins in the promotion.
Indeed, Islam Makhachev has a long way to go, especially with his goal of securing a second belt before retiring. While his teammate Belal Muhammad holds the title in another division, it doesn’t seem like Makhachev will fight him anytime soon. For now, it looks like he’ll continue to take on challenges in the lightweight division.
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Indeed, Islam Makhachev has a long way to go, especially with his goal of securing a second belt before retiring. While his teammate Belal Muhammad holds the title in another division, it doesn’t seem like Makhachev will fight him anytime soon. For now, it looks like he’ll continue to take on challenges in the lightweight division.
However, the call-out from Ilia Topuria, one of the toughest contenders in the featherweight division, could present the biggest challenge of his career if the fight happens. His dominance and consistency have solidified him as one of the sport’s top fighters, and fans are eager to see how much further he can go.
Islam Makhachev Ready For Dricus Du Plessis Fight
Islam Makhachev has expressed his ambition to become a three-division champion, saying he’s ready for any challenge the UFC presents. He even mentioned that if given the opportunity, he would also fight Dricus du Plessis. Makhachev made it clear that if Dana White sends him the contract, he’s willing to step up to the challenge and take on anyone, showcasing his confidence and determination to dominate multiple divisions.
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Makhachev has made it clear that he won’t retire until he secures a second belt. He emphasized his goal of becoming a double champion, stating that he’ll talk about being the greatest once he achieves that. For now, he’s focused on defending his current title as many times as the UFC requires. Whether his next fight will be for the second belt remains uncertain, but Makhachev is committed to continuing his journey in the sport.
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