After months of anticipation, fans finally received some solid updates on the Islam Makhachev vs. Arman Tsarukyan fight. The Nurmagomedov MMA School announced that Makhachev will face Tsarukyan at UFC 311 in Los Angeles on January 18. This bout will mark the first pay-per-view event of 2025 and promises to be thrilling, as Makhachev defends his lightweight title in this highly anticipated rematch.
The lightweight champion has been absent from the Octagon since his June matchup with Dustin Poirier at UFC 302. Makhachev also sustained a major injury, including a significant partial ligament tear in his hand, which caused further delays.
However, it appears the two fighters have now reached an agreement to face off in January. Nurmagomedov MMA School shared an Instagram post unveiling a fight poster for Makhachev vs. Tsarukyan 2, with the caption confirming they will headline UFC 311 early next year, in 2025.
The Armenian fighter secured a UFC title shot after a split-decision victory over Charles Oliveira in April at UFC 300. With this title opportunity, several UFC stars believe that Tsarukyan has the potential to defeat Makhachev.
Alex Hernandez Predicts Tough Fight for Islam Makhachev Against Arman Tsarukyan
Following the recent announcement of Makhachev vs. Tsarukyan, fans are buzzing with excitement for the fight, which will take place at UFC 311 at the beginning of 2025. However, in an interview with James Lynch, UFC lightweight star Alex Hernandez shared his perspective on the title fight. Hernandez discussed whether anyone could beat the dominant Makhachev at 155 pounds and gave his thoughts on Tsarukyan as a challenger. The 32-year-old commented:
“That’s an awesome fight, I mean thats like I think thats the most exiting fights to make. You can’t you know you can’t just openly say Islam can’t do it so. And you know Arman is his most competitive fight the dude’s a absolute monster. Arman doesn’t do it who l think would be among the most competitive. I don’t really see who beats him right yeah like who who else.”
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Fans are eagerly anticipating this bout as the Russian fighter prepares to return to the Octagon. However, how Makhachev will perform after his injury remains uncertain. Regardless, fans can expect some thrilling and intense matchups in early 2025.
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