Best fights to watch at UFC 280 outside of Islam Makhachev vs Charles Oliveira in Abu Dhabi
2 years, 2 months ago

Best fights to watch at UFC 280 outside of Islam Makhachev vs Charles Oliveira in Abu Dhabi

Daily Mail  

UFC 280 in Abu Dhabi is unquestionably the card of the year so far UFC 280 is undoubtedly the card of the year so far, stacked with eye-catching match-ups from the pre-lims onwards. Saturday night in Abu Dhabi will of course culminate with Islam Makhachev's lightweight title fight against Charles Oliveira. While Volkan Oezdemir, Belal Muhammad and Beneil Dariush also feature before two incredible bantamweight battles towards the top of the card. UFC 280 takes place on Saturday night and the card is one of the most stacked this year Muhammad Mokaev vs Malcolm Gordon Bantamweight The great British bantamweight hope, Mokaev sets himself incredibly high standards and was extremely unhappy with his last performance. Petr Yan wants to bounce back from his defeat against Aljamain Sterling earlier this year Aljamain Sterling vs TJ Dillashaw Bantamweight Dillashaw is still persona non grata among many fans following his failed drugs test, grovelling apology and two-year ban.

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UFC 311 main cards announced: Makhachev, Dvalishvili to defend lightweight, bantamweight titles
2 weeks, 5 days ago

UFC 311 main cards announced: Makhachev, Dvalishvili to defend lightweight, bantamweight titles

The Hindu  

The first numbered event of the Ultimate Fighting Championship of 2025 will feature two title bouts, scheduled to take place on 18 January in Los Angeles. Islam Makhachev will defend his lightweight title for the fifth time when he faces Arman Tsarukyan of Armenia in the main event. Read our other UFC stories - HERE Makhachev, on the other hand, …

Belal Muhammad injury plunges Shavkat Rakhmonov and UFC 310 into uncertainty
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Belal Muhammad injury plunges Shavkat Rakhmonov and UFC 310 into uncertainty

The Independent  

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UFC 307 LIVE: Alex Pereira knocks out Khalil Rountree in brutal main event
2 months, 2 weeks ago

UFC 307 LIVE: Alex Pereira knocks out Khalil Rountree in brutal main event

The Independent  

✕ Close UFC's Robert Whittaker: 'I believe I'm the most dangerous middleweight ever' In the main event of UFC 307 on Saturday, Alex Pereira brutally knocked out Khalil Rountree Jr to continue his hot streak in the Octagon. Rountree provided the biggest challenge yet faced by Pereira as light heavyweight champion - but as the bout entered the championship rounds, …

Muhammad wins UFC welterweight crown, Aspinall retains interim heavyweight crown at UFC 304
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Muhammad wins UFC welterweight crown, Aspinall retains interim heavyweight crown at UFC 304

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, England — Tom Aspinall retained the UFC interim heavyweight championship with a punishing first-round knockout of Curtis Blaydes at UFC 304 on Saturday night, setting up the English fighter for a potential colossal matchup with division great Jon Jones. “Who wants to see Tom Aspinall vs. Jon Jones,” Aspinall told a roaring crowd in Manchester in UFC’s first trip …

UFC: Major twist in Conor McGregor vs Michael Chandler saga as Islam Makhachev fight is offered
5 months, 3 weeks ago

UFC: Major twist in Conor McGregor vs Michael Chandler saga as Islam Makhachev fight is offered

The Independent  

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UFC 302 LIVE: Dustin Poirier vs Islam Makhachev fight updates and results as champion retains in final round
6 months, 3 weeks ago

UFC 302 LIVE: Dustin Poirier vs Islam Makhachev fight updates and results as champion retains in final round

The Independent  

✕ Close Conor McGregor announces UFC return Dustin Poirier was denied a fairytale ending to his story in the Octagon on Saturday, as Islam Makhachev submitted the fan favourite to retain the lightweight title at UFC 302. Poirier, 35, was fighting for the title for the third time, having previously suffered submission losses to Khabib Nurmagomedov in 2019 and Charles …

Makhachev beats Poirier by submission at UFC 302 to defend lightweight title
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Makhachev beats Poirier by submission at UFC 302 to defend lightweight title

Associated Press  

NEWARK, N.J. — Islam Makhachev had a desperate opponent in front of him and much of a sold-out crowd against him. Makhachev defended his lightweight title and extended his winning streak to 14 fights, the third longest in UFC history, by getting a submission victory over Dustin Poirier in the fifth round on Saturday night at UFC 302. Overcoming one …

Islam Makhachev successfully defends lightweight title at UFC 302
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Islam Makhachev successfully defends lightweight title at UFC 302

Al Jazeera  

The Russian defeated veteran Dustin Poirier with a fifth-round submission to defend his UFC lightweight belt in the USA. Islam Makhachev held on to his lightweight belt, getting Dustin Poirier to tap out in the fifth round of their main event bout at UFC 302 in Newark, New Jersey. Entering the fifth round on Saturday night, the Russian was sporting …

UFC 302: Conor McGregor makes bold Islam Makhachev vs Dustin Poirier prediction
7 months ago

UFC 302: Conor McGregor makes bold Islam Makhachev vs Dustin Poirier prediction

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Islam Makhachev defends title against Dustin Poirier at UFC 302; Conor McGregor returns for UFC 303
8 months, 1 week ago

Islam Makhachev defends title against Dustin Poirier at UFC 302; Conor McGregor returns for UFC 303

The Hindu  

The UFC 300 came to a close with Alex Pereira successfully defending his light heavyweight belt with a first-round knockout win over Jamahal Hill on Sunday. Just after the proceedings of the main event, UFC CEO Dana White announced two mouth-watering main event fights: UFC 302 and 303. Islam Makhachev will defend his lightweight title for the third time against …

UFC 295 LIVE results: Aspinall knocks out Pavlovich before Pereira stops Prochazka
1 year, 1 month ago

UFC 295 LIVE results: Aspinall knocks out Pavlovich before Pereira stops Prochazka

The Independent  

✕ Close UFC champion Alex Volkanovski opens up on mental health after loss Tom Aspinall claimed the interim UFC heavyweight title on Saturday night, knocking out Sergei Pavlovich in the first round in New York City. The main event of UFC 295 was due to see Jon Jones defend the heavyweight title against divisional great Stipe Miocic, but that bout …

UFC 295: LIVE streaming info, weigh-in results and all you need to know about Prochazka vs Pereira light heavyweight title bout
1 year, 1 month ago

UFC 295: LIVE streaming info, weigh-in results and all you need to know about Prochazka vs Pereira light heavyweight title bout

The Hindu  

PREVIEW The Madison Square Garden Arena in New York is set to write another chapter in its rich history of hosting massive combat sports events. On Sunday, two title fights top a stacked UFC 295 for the UFC light heavyweight title, Jiri Prochazka, former light heavyweight champion will take on former UFC middleweight champion Alex Pereira; and for the interim …

UFC 295 Gets Double Title Billing as Prochazka and Pereira Eye Light Heavyweight Belt, Pavlovich and Aspinall Vie for Heavyweight Strap
1 year, 1 month ago

UFC 295 Gets Double Title Billing as Prochazka and Pereira Eye Light Heavyweight Belt, Pavlovich and Aspinall Vie for Heavyweight Strap

News 18  

The Madison Square Garden Arena in New York is set to write another chapter in its rich history of hosting massive combat sports events. Two title fights top a stacked UFC 295 for the UFC light heavyweight title, Jiri Prochazka, the former light heavyweight champion will take on former UFC middleweight champion Alex Pereira; and for the interim UFC heavyweight …

Conor McGregor tipped to fight Khabib Nurmagomedov protege Islam Makhachev next
1 year, 1 month ago

Conor McGregor tipped to fight Khabib Nurmagomedov protege Islam Makhachev next

The Independent  

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UFC 294 LIVE: Volkanovski vs Makhachev and Chimaev vs Usman – fight results
1 year, 2 months ago

UFC 294 LIVE: Volkanovski vs Makhachev and Chimaev vs Usman – fight results

The Independent  

✕ Close Jake Paul mocks KSI after loss to Tommy Fury Islam Makhachev stunned Alexander Volkanovski with a first-round knockout on Saturday, retaining the lightweight title in their rematch at UFC 294. In February, Makhachev outpointed Volkanovski – who holds the featherweight belt – in the latter’s native Australia, in a competitive clash that left many fans desiring a rematch. …

UFC 294: Islam Makhachev stuns Alexander Volkanovski with head-kick KO in first round
1 year, 2 months ago

UFC 294: Islam Makhachev stuns Alexander Volkanovski with head-kick KO in first round

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Makhachev stops Volkanovski in first round to retain UFC lightweight crown
1 year, 2 months ago

Makhachev stops Volkanovski in first round to retain UFC lightweight crown

Al Jazeera  

Lightweight champion Islam Makhachev has retained his title with a first-round stoppage of Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 294, an Ultimate Fighting Championship event in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Featherweight champion Volkanovski of Australia, taking the fight on just 11 days’ notice, moved up to the 155-pound limit to be a replacement for former lightweight champion Charles Oliveira, who suffered …

UFC 294: Islam Makhachev KOs Alexander Volkanovski to retain lightweight belt
1 year, 2 months ago

UFC 294: Islam Makhachev KOs Alexander Volkanovski to retain lightweight belt

The Hindu  

Russia’s Islam Makhachev scored a stunning first-round knockout victory over Alexander Volkanovski to retain his lightweight title at Saturday’s UFC 294 event in Abu Dhabi, handing the Australian his first KO loss in over a decade. Reigning featherweight champ Volkanovski stepped up a division to fight Makhachev for the lightweight title in February and lost by decision, and when Makhachev’s …

UFC 294 - Makhachev vs Volkanovski: Lightweight title LIVE streaming details, full fight cards, stats
1 year, 2 months ago

UFC 294 - Makhachev vs Volkanovski: Lightweight title LIVE streaming details, full fight cards, stats

The Hindu  

The UFC 294 main event features a highly anticipated rematch for the UFC lightweight title with Islam Makhachev defending his title against Alexander Volkanovski for a second consecutive fight. FOLLOW | UFC 294 Makhachev vs Volkanovski LIVE Key stats: Islam Makhachev Alexander Volkanovski Age 31 35 Height/weight 178cm/70.3kg 168cm/70.08 Reach 179.1cm 181.6cm Record 24-1-0 26-2-0 Recent form W-W-W-W-W W-L-W-W-W The …

UFC 294: Charles Oliveira replaced by Alexander Volkanovski in Islam Makhachev fight
1 year, 2 months ago

UFC 294: Charles Oliveira replaced by Alexander Volkanovski in Islam Makhachev fight

The Independent  

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Can Oliveira reclaim his throne for UFC 294? UFC lightweight rematch in Abu Dhabi hints at redemption
1 year, 2 months ago

Can Oliveira reclaim his throne for UFC 294? UFC lightweight rematch in Abu Dhabi hints at redemption

Hindustan Times  

The UFC is making its return to Abu Dhabi for an eagerly anticipated rematch in the lightweight division on October 21. Rising from the Ashes: Oliveira's Quest for Redemption in UFC Lightweight Showdown In their last encounter, Islam emerged victorious with a second-round submission to claim the title. Post the duo's fight, after Islam claimed the undisputed UFC lightweight champion …

‘His time is coming’: UFC fighter Grant Dawson fires salvo at lightweight champion Islam Makhachev
1 year, 5 months ago

‘His time is coming’: UFC fighter Grant Dawson fires salvo at lightweight champion Islam Makhachev

Hindustan Times  

In another high voltage UFC night, middleweight fighter Sean Strickland will take on Abus Magomedov in the main event on Saturday in Las Vegas, USA. In the co-main event, lightweight fighter Grant Dawson will square off against Damir Ismagulov. Before the co-main event, Sony Sports Network facilitated an interview with UFC lightweight fighter and World No. What's your take on …

The best UFC fighters of all time ranked
1 year, 6 months ago

The best UFC fighters of all time ranked

The Independent  

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UFC 284 LIVE results, updates: Makhachev retains lightweight title; Rodriguez beats Emmett to clinch featherweight belt
1 year, 10 months ago

UFC 284 LIVE results, updates: Makhachev retains lightweight title; Rodriguez beats Emmett to clinch featherweight belt

The Hindu  

Hello and welcome to Sportstar’s highlights of the Ultimate Fighting Championship 284. Islam Makhachev vs Alexander Volkanovski - Stat sheet Islam Makhachev Record: 23-1-0 Height: 177.8 cm Weight: 70.31 kg Reach: 70” Last five results: W-W-W-W-W 4 wins by knockout, nil by submission Debut: 2010 Defending lightweight champion Alexander Volkanovski Record: 25 - 1 - 0 Height: 167.64 cm Weight: …

UFC 284, Makhachev vs Volkanovski: Preview, full fight cards, live streaming info, key stats
1 year, 10 months ago

UFC 284, Makhachev vs Volkanovski: Preview, full fight cards, live streaming info, key stats

The Hindu  

The taunts from UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev about a supposed lack of size aren’t likely to unsettle Alexander Volkanovski. But, “No one’s ever just overpowered me.” At 5-feet 6-inches, featherweight titleholder Volkanovski will give up four inches in height and 15 pounds in weight to Makhachev when he moves up a division for the lightweight title fight, the main …

Islam Makhachev vs Alexander Volkanosvski - UFC 284: Date, start time, channel, stream, undercard
1 year, 10 months ago

Islam Makhachev vs Alexander Volkanosvski - UFC 284: Date, start time, channel, stream, undercard

Daily Mail  

Islam Makhachev will defend his UFC lightweight title for the first time in enemy territory when he faces Alexander Volkanovski in Australia at UFC 284. Islam Makhachev will fight Alexander Volkanovski this weekend in Perth Conor McGregor was the first fighter in the history of the UFC to win two belts simultaneously With Volkanovski moving up to lightweight, the featherweight …

UFC 284: Alex Volkanovski outlines key to victory over Islam Makhachev
1 year, 10 months ago

UFC 284: Alex Volkanovski outlines key to victory over Islam Makhachev

The Independent  

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UFC 280 results: Islam Makhachev submits Charles Oliveira to win lightweight title
2 years, 2 months ago

UFC 280 results: Islam Makhachev submits Charles Oliveira to win lightweight title

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UFC 280 HIGHLIGHTS, results: Makhachev beats Oliveira to clinch lightweight title; Aljamain Sterling retains bantamweight belt
2 years, 2 months ago

UFC 280 HIGHLIGHTS, results: Makhachev beats Oliveira to clinch lightweight title; Aljamain Sterling retains bantamweight belt

The Hindu  

Hello and welcome to Sportstar’s Highlights of the UFC fight night 280. First round comes to an end with that Round 2: Oliveira lands a good kick to Makhachev’s face to start things off. Charles Oliveira by submission, time - 3.17, round - 2 Charles Oliveira - Key stats On a 11 match winning streak Most submissions in UFC history …

Charles Oliveira vs Islam Makhachev - UFC 280 RESULT - Russian wins lightweight title
2 years, 2 months ago

Charles Oliveira vs Islam Makhachev - UFC 280 RESULT - Russian wins lightweight title

Daily Mail  

Islam Makhachev dominated almost every exchange for as long as the UFC 280 title fight lasted The UFC has a new superstar after Islam Makhachev stepped out of Khabib Nurmagomedov's shadow to claim the UFC lightweight championship. Islam Makhachev dominated Charles Oliveira before submitting him in the second round to become champion Khabib Nurmagomedov embraced his friend and protege after …

UFC 280: Oliveira vs Makhachev; Sterling vs Dillashaw: Preview, full fight cards, live streaming info, key stats
2 years, 2 months ago

UFC 280: Oliveira vs Makhachev; Sterling vs Dillashaw: Preview, full fight cards, live streaming info, key stats

The Hindu  

The Ultimate Fighting Championship returns with a massive card to take place at the Etihad Arena on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. 1 UFC lightweight contender Charles Oliveira meets No. 4 Islam Makhachev for the vacant world championship, while UFC bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling squares off with No. Charles Oliveira vs Islam Makhachev details Charles Oliveira Record: 33-8-0 Height: 178cm Weight: …

UC 280 preview: who will win in huge main event between Charles Oliveira and Islam Makhachev
2 years, 2 months ago

UC 280 preview: who will win in huge main event between Charles Oliveira and Islam Makhachev

Daily Mail  

Islam Makhachev has been seemingly marching towards the title for some time Few fighters have been earmarked as champions-elect with as much conviction as Islam Makhachev. Charles Oliveira and Islam Makhachev will lock horns when they meet at UFC 280 Makhachev has the pressure of expectation and Khabib Nurmagomedov will be in his corner Saturday night should, if all goes …

Islam Makhachev slams Charles Oliveira for being 'scared to fight' him
2 years, 7 months ago

Islam Makhachev slams Charles Oliveira for being 'scared to fight' him

Daily Mail  

Islam Makhachev has hit out at Charles Oliveira for chasing supposedly easier fights than him against Conor McGregor or Nate Diaz. Charles Oliveira defeated Justin Gaethje in the main event of UFC 274 on Saturday Oliveira, who was stripped of his belt for missing weight before submitting Justin Gaethje on Saturday night, mentioned McGregor by name in his post-fight interview. …

UFC 274: Five fights to make next as Charles Oliveira sees off Justin Gaethje
2 years, 7 months ago

UFC 274: Five fights to make next as Charles Oliveira sees off Justin Gaethje

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Khabib tells Dana White he 'has no choice' but to give Islam Makhachev fight vs Charles Oliveira
2 years, 7 months ago

Khabib tells Dana White he 'has no choice' but to give Islam Makhachev fight vs Charles Oliveira

Daily Mail  

Khabib Nurmagomedov thinks Makhachev must be next for Oliveira Brazilian is running out of top challengers but Islam Makhachev is an option He had his title stripped for missing weight but remains dominant in the division Charles Oliveira proved himself again as the best lightweight in the UFC Khabib Nurmagomedov is adamant that his protege Islam Makhachev must fight Charles …

EXCLUSIVE | 'I used my striking game': Islam Makhachev recalls 'hard sparring' with Khabib Nurmagomedov
3 years, 9 months ago

EXCLUSIVE | 'I used my striking game': Islam Makhachev recalls 'hard sparring' with Khabib Nurmagomedov

Hindustan Times  

Islam Makhachev is making his return to the Octagon after more than a year. Makhachev has an impressive record of 18 wins and only one loss and is a former teammate of retired lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov. He has been talked highly by his peers as the likes of former heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier, celebrated MMA coach Javier Mendez and …

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