Jan 18, 2025 · Islam Makhachev has been a longtime teammate and friend of UFC legend Khabib Nurmagomedov. Islam has stated numerous times to the media that he aspires to be like his friend Nurmagomedov, and the two have a great deal of respect for one another.

6 days ago · With Islam Makhachev breaking his close friend, mentor and coach Khabib Nurmagomedov's record for most UFC lightweight title defences, BBC Sport analyses how the pair compare statistically.

Jan 18, 2025 · Islam Makhachev, known for his impressive skills and dominant championship reign, has often been linked with Khabib Nurmagomedov, the former UFC lightweight champion who retired with an unblemished record of 29-0.

1 day ago · UFC lightweight king Islam Makhachev recently donated his gold strap and golden fight gloves to the Dagestan Sports Museum, and was praised by Khabib Nurmagomedov for doing so.

Dec 30, 2024 · Can Islam Makhachev thrive without Khabib Nurmagomedov by his side at UFC 311, or will his mentor's absence change the game entirely?

On Oct. 22, 2022, Islam Makhachev embraced Khabib Nurmagomedov after defeating Charles Oliveira to become lightweight champion. (1:06)

Nov 28, 2024 · UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev is returning to the octagon to defend his title a record fourth time on January 18. And he will have Khabib Nurmagomedov on his …

Dec 8, 2024 · Islam Makhachev (left) is Khabib Nurmagomedov's (right) training partner and friend. [Images courtesy: Getty Images] UFC CEO Dana White recently announced the main and co-main event of UFC 311....

Dec 26, 2024 · Islam Makhachev (left) is set to surpass Khabib Nurmagomedov's (right) lightweight title defenses. [Image courtesy: @khabib_nurmagomedov on Instagram] Islam Makhachev is on the brink of making...

May 29, 2024 · Khabib, who Makhachev revealed Tuesday will also corner the champion for the first time since stepping back from that particular role following Makhachev’s coronating win …