Islam Makhachev News
Islam Makhachev responds after Nate Diaz suggests Alexander Volkanovski “whooped” his ass at UFC 284
Fernando Quiles - February 12, 2023
Islam Makhachev has fired back after Nate Diaz claimed that Alexander Volkanovski “whooped” him at UFC 284. Makhachev put the UFC Lightweight Championship on the line against Volkanovski in the main event of UFC 284 inside RAC Arena in Perth, Australia. While Makhachev won the fight via unanimous decision, Volkanovski’s stock is through the roof following his gutsy performance. Some, such as UFC color commentator Joe Rogan, feel Volkanovski should’ve been awarded the victory.
Conor McGregor takes aim at Islam Makhachev and Alexander Volkanovski: “Pound for pound wafflers”
Fernando Quiles - February 12, 2023
Conor McGregor doesn’t seem to be impressed by Islam Makhachev and Alexander Volkanovski following their UFC 284 title fight. Makhachev put the UFC Lightweight Championship on the line against featherweight titleholder Volkanovski. This was by far the toughest fight Makhachev has had, barring his one career loss. The bout went the distance and Makhachev was awarded the unanimous decision victory.
Islam Makhachev reveals what Khabib Nurmagomedov told him following his decision victory over Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 284
Harry Kettle - February 12, 2023
Islam Makhachev has revealed what Khabib Nurmagomedov told him following his main event win at UFC 284. After a lot of speculation regarding his status as an elite level fighter, Islam Makhachev proved himself in a big way last night. He defeated Alexander Volkanovski to successfully retain his UFC lightweight championship, becoming the #1 pound for pound fighter in the world in the process.
Alexander Volkanovski details the mistakes he made in UFC 284 title fight with Islam Makhachev
Harry Kettle - February 12, 2023
Alexander Volkanovski has laid out one of the main mistakes he made in his UFC 284 main event against Islam Makhachev. Last night at UFC 284 in Perth, Volkanovski and Makhachev went to war. The two battled it out over the UFC lightweight championship in a scintillating main event down under.
Pros react after Islam Makhachev defeats Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 284
Chris Taylor - February 11, 2023
Tonight’s UFC 284 event was headlined by a lightweight title fight featuring Islam Makhachev taking on Alexander Volkanovski. Makhachev (24-1 MMA) was looking to defend his lightweight title for the first time when he faced reigning featherweight champion Volkanovski (25-2 MMA) this evening.
UFC 284 Results: Islam Makhachev defeats Alexander Volkanovski (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - February 11, 2023
Tonight’s UFC 284 event is headlined by a lightweight title fight featuring Islam Makhachev taking on Alexander Volkanovski. Makhachev (23-1 MMA) will be looking to defend his lightweight title for the first time when he faces reigning featherweight champion Volkanovski (25-1 MMA) this evening.
Conor McGregor shares advice for Alexander Volkanovski ahead of Islam Makhachev title fight
Chris Taylor - February 11, 2023
Conor McGregor has shared some advice for Alexander Volkanovski ahead of his title fight against Islam Makhachev at UFC 284. Makhachev (23-1 MMA) will be looking to defend his lightweight title for the first time when he squares off with reigning featherweight champion Volkanovski (25-1 MMA) this evening in Perth, Australia.
UFC 284: 'Makhachev vs. Volkanovski' Live Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - February 11, 2023
The Octagon returns to Perth, Australia for tonight’s UFC 284 event, a thirteen-bout fight card headlined by Islam Makhachev vs. Alexander Volkanovski. Makhachev (23-1 MMA) will be looking to defend his lightweight title for the first time when he faces reigning featherweight champion Volkanovski (25-1 MMA) this evening.
Alexander Volkanovksi claims Islam Makhachev was “feeling a little frail” during their UFC 284 faceoff
Susan Cox - February 10, 2023
Alexander Volkanovski is claiming Islam Makhachev was ‘feeling a little frail’ during their UFC 284 press conference face-off. UFC 284 takes place tomorrow, Saturday February 11th at the RAC Arena in Perth, Australia.
Alexander Volkanovski doubts Islam Makhachev will actually look for KO win: "Him coming looking for a knockout, that’s an unnecessary risk"
Cole Shelton - February 9, 2023
Alexander Volkanovski isn’t sure Islam Makhachev will actually strike with him. Volkanovski is set to move up to lightweight to fight for the title against Islam Makhachev in the main event of UFC 284. In the lead-up to the scrap, Makhachev has been critical of Volkanovski’s wrestling, while also saying he is gunning for the KO.
Alexander Volkanovski's coach believes Islam Makhachev is only "good at holding people down," says Ortega is more dangerous
Cole Shelton - February 9, 2023
Alexander Volkanovski’s grappling coach Craig Jones believes Brian Ortega is more dangerous on the ground than Islam Makhachev will be. Volkanovski defended his featherweight strap back in September of 2021 against Ortega in a fight he had to get out of multiple submission attempts. With that, Jones has confidence that Volkanovski will be able to handle Makhachev on the ground.
Islam Makhachev hits back at Bobby Green over steroids accusation: "I training hard, that’s why. That’s why he feel the power"
Josh Evanoff - February 9, 2023
UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev has hit back at Bobby Green‘s steroid accusations. The Russian is slated to headline UFC 284 this Saturday night against Alexander Volkanovski. The bout will be Makhachev’s first title defense since winning the title last October against Charles Oliveira. ‘Do Bronx’ wound up losing by second-round submission, ending his historic winning streak.
UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev confirms his intentions of eventually competing at welterweight: “It's gonna happen one day”
Susan Cox - February 9, 2023
UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev is confirming his intentions of eventually competing at welterweight. The reigning lightweight champion is set to defend his title this coming Saturday, February 11th at UFC 284 which takes place at the RAC Arena in Perth, Australia.
Islam Makhachev believes Michael Chandler will retire following his fight with Conor McGregor: “This fight is last fight for him”
Harry Kettle - February 9, 2023
Islam Makhachev has predicted that Michael Chandler will leave the UFC following his fight with Conor McGregor later this year. After months of waiting, the return of Conor McGregor was finally announced last week. The Irishman will be back in action later on in 2023, facing Michael Chandler, after the two coach opposite one another on The Ultimate Fighter.
UFC 284 | Pro fighters make their picks for Islam Makhachev vs. Alexander Volkanovski title fight
Cole Shelton - February 8, 2023
In the main event of UFC 284, Islam Makhachev looks to defend his lightweight title for the first time against featherweight champ, Alexander Volkanovski. Heading into the fight, Makhachev is a -400 favorite while the Aussie is a +285 underdog on FanDuel. Ahead of the fight, BJPENN.com reached out to several pro fighters to get their predictions for the scrap. The pros slightly lean towards Makhachev winning due to his size and strength but some do think Volkanovski can pull off the upset.
Islam Makhachev reacts after Dana White forgets his name ahead of UFC 284
Susan Cox - February 8, 2023
Islam Makhachev is reacting after Dana White forgets his name ahead of UFC 284. It was at the UFC Fight Night 218 post-fight news conference last weekend that UFC President Dana White stumbled when speaking about the upcoming UFC 284 event and Makhachev.
Dana White claims Islam Makhachev’s criticism regarding lack of promotion for UFC 284 was taken out of context: “Yeah, that’s not true”
Harry Kettle - February 8, 2023
UFC president Dana White has responded to Islam Makhachev’s comments regarding the promotion of UFC 284. This weekend, Alexander Volkanovski will move up to take on Islam Makhachev for the UFC lightweight championship. In doing so, the promotion will be pitting the #1 and #2 fighters in the world against one another – arguably for the first time.
Islam Makhachev plans to bring Alexander Volkanovski into "the deep ocean" and "finish him there" at UFC 284
Cole Shelton - February 7, 2023
Islam Makhachev plans to drag Alexander Volkanovski into the deep waters at UFC 284 en route to a finish. Makhachev is set for his first title defense in the main event of UFC 284 opposite the featherweight champ in Volkanovski. It’s a highly-anticipated fight and Makhachev has made it clear that he feels like he is going to dominate. With that said, the reigning 155lbs champion doesn’t believe the contest will end early.