Feed MRSS-S islam_makhachev_a, en.as.com en https://en.as.com Sun, 29 Mar 2026 12:18:11 GMT https://en.as.com/other_sports/dana-white-confirms-makhachevs-return-it-will-be-in-august-f202603-n/ Sun, 29 Mar 2026 12:18:11 GMT https://en.as.com/other_sports/dana-white-confirms-makhachevs-return-it-will-be-in-august-f202603-n/ Sergio Izquierdo The UFC CEO responds to Ali Abdelaziz and delays the return of the double champion to August, conditioned by his hand injury and McGregor's return. The UFC CEO responds to Ali Abdelaziz and delays the return of the double champion to August, conditioned by his hand injury and McGregor's return. UFC Artes marciales AMM Dana White Islam Makhachev Conor McGregor Ed Mulholland (IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Dana White confirms Makhachev’s return: “It will be in August” The UFC CEO responds to Ali Abdelaziz and delays the return of the double champion to August, conditioned by his hand injury and McGregor’s return. The UFC CEO responds to Ali Abdelaziz and delays the return of the double champion to August, conditioned by his hand injury and McGregor’s return. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/JI67E7ACN5KR5M6O3EFWUGKBSI.jpg?auth=df742b60e359c77ebb13405ba11eba4da46844ef3150230bad7d04ccd1505f9b" width="3940" height="2597" alt="The UFC CEO responds to Ali Abdelaziz and delays the return of the double champion to August, conditioned by his hand injury and McGregor’s return."></img><p><b>Dana White</b> fired back on social media after <b>Ali Abdelaziz</b> — <b>manager of Islam Makhachev </b>— claimed that the Dagestani star had <b>already signed a fight for July</b>. The UFC CEO responded with a dose of sarcasm: “<b>Not true… it’ll be in August</b>.”</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/other_sports/dana-white-confirms-makhachevs-return-it-will-be-in-august-f202603-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/other_sports/makhachev-gives-green-light-to-white-house-showdown-with-topuria-if-the-ufc-wants-it-f202602-n/ Thu, 12 Feb 2026 11:06:17 GMT https://en.as.com/other_sports/makhachev-gives-green-light-to-white-house-showdown-with-topuria-if-the-ufc-wants-it-f202602-n/ AS USA,Roddy Cons UFC welterweight champion Makhachev says he’s ready to face Topuria in one of the promotion’s most extraordinary events ever. UFC welterweight champion Makhachev says he’s ready to face Topuria in one of the promotion’s most extraordinary events ever. UFC AMM Islam Makhachev Topuria UFC Makhachev gives green light to White House showdown with Topuria: “If the UFC wants it” UFC welterweight champion Makhachev says he’s ready to face Topuria in one of the promotion’s most extraordinary events ever. UFC welterweight champion Makhachev says he’s ready to face Topuria in one of the promotion’s most extraordinary events ever. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/YOIX3S3XG5FLRNNGQSJXE6B4YE.jpeg?auth=b6eefc57afe1238a49d4c728b2c15108e18fa9b63663dd424ee7f6e511df2f81" width="4095" height="2802" alt="UFC welterweight champion Makhachev says he’s ready to face Topuria in one of the promotion’s most extraordinary events ever."></img><p><b>UFC</b> fans could be closer than ever to seeing<b> one of the most anticipated fights in recent history</b>, pitting Russian welterweight champion <b>Islam Makhachev</b> against Hispanic-Georgian contender <a href="https://en.as.com/other_sports/ilia-topuria-wins-biggest-battle-yet-my-daughter-is-my-priority-f202601-n/" target="_self" rel="" title="https://en.as.com/other_sports/ilia-topuria-wins-biggest-battle-yet-my-daughter-is-my-priority-f202601-n/"><b>Ilia Topuria.</b></a></p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/other_sports/makhachev-gives-green-light-to-white-house-showdown-with-topuria-if-the-ufc-wants-it-f202602-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/other_sports/ilia-topuria-sends-brutal-message-to-islam-makhachev-and-khabib-id-step-on-his-head-too-f202512-n/ Tue, 23 Dec 2025 11:38:03 GMT https://en.as.com/other_sports/ilia-topuria-sends-brutal-message-to-islam-makhachev-and-khabib-id-step-on-his-head-too-f202512-n/ As.com As.com Topuria has called out Makhachev for a long-awaited showdown and thrown shade at Khabib in a fierce challenge. Topuria has called out Makhachev for a long-awaited showdown and thrown shade at Khabib in a fierce challenge. UFC AMM Topuria Islam Makhachev Khabib Nurmagomedov WOW (WOW) Ilia Topuria sends brutal message to Islam Makhachev and Khabib: “I’d step on his head too” Topuria has called out Makhachev for a long-awaited showdown and thrown shade at Khabib in a fierce challenge. Topuria has called out Makhachev for a long-awaited showdown and thrown shade at Khabib in a fierce challenge. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/AX3CQUTDHNJYLOQAEXNOP3KGIQ.jpg?auth=2d54e8ad6f6243251219bc6f55e41acad6eaa5de232a5e97b96f747357208c9c" width="1440" height="962" alt="Topuria has called out Makhachev for a long-awaited showdown and thrown shade at Khabib in a fierce challenge."></img><p><b>Ilia Topuria has once again made it clear who he wants next.</b> The Spanish-Georgian <a href="https://en.as.com/other_sports/check-out-the-best-ufc-finishes-of-2025-merry-smashmas-f202512-n/" target="_self" rel="" title="https://en.as.com/other_sports/check-out-the-best-ufc-finishes-of-2025-merry-smashmas-f202512-n/">UFC</a> star has <b>publicly set his sights on Islam Makhachev</b> in what would be one of the most anticipated matchups in the promotion, a clash between two of the top pound-for-pound fighters in the sport.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/other_sports/ilia-topuria-sends-brutal-message-to-islam-makhachev-and-khabib-id-step-on-his-head-too-f202512-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/other_sports/makhachev-is-not-invincible-this-is-how-you-defeat-him-according-to-a-ufc-legend-f202512-n/ Sun, 21 Dec 2025 09:26:16 GMT https://en.as.com/other_sports/makhachev-is-not-invincible-this-is-how-you-defeat-him-according-to-a-ufc-legend-f202512-n/ Cristina Parra,AS USA Georges St-Pierre has discussed how to beat Islam Makhachev, the two-time UFC champion and pound-for-pound No. 1. Georges St-Pierre has discussed how to beat Islam Makhachev, the two-time UFC champion and pound-for-pound No. 1. Islam Makhachev UFC Deportes combate Georges St-Pierre MMA Ed Mulholland (IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Makhachev is not invincible: this is how you defeat him, according to a UFC legend Georges St-Pierre has discussed how to beat Islam Makhachev, the two-time UFC champion and pound-for-pound No. 1. Georges St-Pierre has discussed how to beat Islam Makhachev, the two-time UFC champion and pound-for-pound No. 1. <p>Islam Makhachev closes out the year as the pound‑for‑pound No. 1, with two championship belts in his hands. The Dagestani star is one of the most feared fighters in the <a href="https://en.as.com/news/ufc-ultimate-fighting-championship/" target="_blank" rel="" title="https://en.as.com/news/ufc-ultimate-fighting-championship/">UFC</a>, and <b>at times he looks untouchable - but he isn’t</b>. Georges St‑Pierre, the legendary former two‑division UFC champion, says there are keys to beating him.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/other_sports/makhachev-is-not-invincible-this-is-how-you-defeat-him-according-to-a-ufc-legend-f202512-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/other_sports/makhachev-opens-the-door-to-topuria-f202511-n/ Wed, 26 Nov 2025 15:12:43 GMT https://en.as.com/other_sports/makhachev-opens-the-door-to-topuria-f202511-n/ As.com As.com,Andy Hall The welterweight champion hinted that only a very good offer would make him return to lightweight. "Every weight cut takes years off your health." The welterweight champion hinted that only a very good offer would make him return to lightweight. "Every weight cut takes years off your health." UFC Islam Makhachev Topuria Boxeo Boxeadores UFC Makhachev opens the door to Topuria The welterweight champion hinted that only a very good offer would make him return to lightweight. "Every weight cut takes years off your health." The welterweight champion hinted that only a very good offer would make him return to lightweight. "Every weight cut takes years off your health." <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/YOIX3S3XG5FLRNNGQSJXE6B4YE.jpeg?auth=b6eefc57afe1238a49d4c728b2c15108e18fa9b63663dd424ee7f6e511df2f81" width="4095" height="2802" alt="The welterweight champion hinted that only a very good offer would make him return to lightweight. "Every weight cut takes years off your health.""></img><p><b>Islam Makhachev’s victory over</b> <b>Jack Della Maddalena</b> to claim the <b>UFC welterweight title</b> and reassert himself as the pound‑for‑pound king has reignited speculation about a blockbuster fight with Spanish‑Georgian star <b>Ilia Topuria</b>.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/other_sports/makhachev-opens-the-door-to-topuria-f202511-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/other_sports/makhachev-becomes-a-double-ufc-champ-and-topuria-reacts-f202511-n/ Sun, 16 Nov 2025 06:55:29 GMT https://en.as.com/other_sports/makhachev-becomes-a-double-ufc-champ-and-topuria-reacts-f202511-n/ Cristina Parra,AS USA Islam Makhachev defeated Jack Della Maddalena to become UFC welterweight champion on Saturday, leading to a forthright response from Ilia Topuria. Islam Makhachev defeated Jack Della Maddalena to become UFC welterweight champion on Saturday, leading to a forthright response from Ilia Topuria. Topuria Islam Makhachev UFC Deportes combate Donald Trump Casa Blanca ISHIKA SAMANT (Getty Images via AFP) Makhachev becomes a double UFC champ - and Topuria reacts Islam Makhachev defeated Jack Della Maddalena to become UFC welterweight champion on Saturday, leading to a forthright response from Ilia Topuria. Islam Makhachev defeated Jack Della Maddalena to become UFC welterweight champion on Saturday, leading to a forthright response from Ilia Topuria. <p>Islam Makhachev has become <b>the 11th fighter to join the exclusive list of </b><a href="https://en.as.com/news/ufc-ultimate-fighting-championship/" target="_blank" rel="" title="https://en.as.com/news/ufc-ultimate-fighting-championship/"><b>UFC</b></a><b> double champions</b>. The Dagestani star, already a historic lightweight titleholder, now reigns as the welterweight king after dethroning Jack Della Maddalena via a dominant unanimous decision (triple 45-30). Khabib Nurmagomedov hoisted his protégé on his shoulders as the crowd roared. “<b>Donald Trump, let’s go! Open the White House</b>, I’m coming,” Makhachev shouted after the win.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/other_sports/makhachev-becomes-a-double-ufc-champ-and-topuria-reacts-f202511-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/other_sports/almost-a-year-later-why-did-ufc-star-makhachev-take-so-long-to-return-to-the-octagon-f202511-n/ Sat, 15 Nov 2025 13:03:19 GMT https://en.as.com/other_sports/almost-a-year-later-why-did-ufc-star-makhachev-take-so-long-to-return-to-the-octagon-f202511-n/ Cristina Parra,AS USA This weekend, Islam Makhachev faces Jack Della Maddalena for the UFC welterweight crown at Madison Square Garden. This weekend, Islam Makhachev faces Jack Della Maddalena for the UFC welterweight crown at Madison Square Garden. UFC Islam Makhachev MMA Deportes combate Nueva York Estados Unidos Madison Square Garden Chris Unger Almost a year later: Why did UFC star Makhachev take so long to return to the Octagon? This weekend, Islam Makhachev faces Jack Della Maddalena for the UFC welterweight crown at Madison Square Garden. This weekend, Islam Makhachev faces Jack Della Maddalena for the UFC welterweight crown at Madison Square Garden. <p>Almost a year after making history, <b>Islam Makhachev is back</b>. The Russian fighter captured the lightweight title in January and spent months weighing his next move. Moving up to welterweight seemed like the logical step - but there was one problem. At the time, his close friend Belal Muhammad held the 170-pound crown, and Makhachev had no interest in fighting him. Once Muhammad lost the belt, the path was clear. </p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/other_sports/almost-a-year-later-why-did-ufc-star-makhachev-take-so-long-to-return-to-the-octagon-f202511-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/other_sports/full-ufc-322-fight-card-fight-order-and-times-beyond-della-maddalena-vs-makhachev-f202511-n/ Wed, 12 Nov 2025 11:07:22 GMT https://en.as.com/other_sports/full-ufc-322-fight-card-fight-order-and-times-beyond-della-maddalena-vs-makhachev-f202511-n/ As.com As.com The lightweight legend moves up to welterweight as Weili Zhang and Valentina Shevchenko clash for another piece of history. The lightweight legend moves up to welterweight as Weili Zhang and Valentina Shevchenko clash for another piece of history. UFC Islam Makhachev Full UFC 322 fight card: fight order and times beyond Della Maddalena vs Makhachev The lightweight legend moves up to welterweight as Weili Zhang and Valentina Shevchenko clash for another piece of history. The lightweight legend moves up to welterweight as Weili Zhang and Valentina Shevchenko clash for another piece of history. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/34NH4BC3HNHQJHDRQXZYDXYBFM.jpg?auth=9fcf4df16991647d17574e89bfc1e717310b5b13066c3253c5c05e4883378c96" width="1500" height="500" alt="The lightweight legend moves up to welterweight as Weili Zhang and Valentina Shevchenko clash for another piece of history."></img><p><b>Islam Makhachev, after a stellar run in the lightweight division</b> – where he made <b>five successful title defenses</b> to surpass the record of his mentor and close friend Khabib Nurmagomedov – has decided to take on a new challenge at welterweight. The Dagestani champion now <b>aims to dethrone Jack Della Maddalena,</b> who captured the belt from Belal Muhammad and will be defending it for the first time.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/other_sports/full-ufc-322-fight-card-fight-order-and-times-beyond-della-maddalena-vs-makhachev-f202511-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/other_sports/out-of-control-islam-makhachev-finally-responds-to-ilia-topurias-white-house-challenge-f202510-n/ Mon, 27 Oct 2025 19:24:51 GMT https://en.as.com/other_sports/out-of-control-islam-makhachev-finally-responds-to-ilia-topurias-white-house-challenge-f202510-n/ Albert Sancho,Roddy Cons Months of tension between UFC stars Islam Makhachev and Ilia Topuria come to a head ahead of a potential White House fight. Months of tension between UFC stars Islam Makhachev and Ilia Topuria come to a head ahead of a potential White House fight. UFC Topuria Islam Makhachev AMM Casa Blanca “Out of control”: Islam Makhachev finally responds to Ilia Topuria’s White House challenge Months of tension between UFC stars Islam Makhachev and Ilia Topuria come to a head ahead of a potential White House fight. Months of tension between UFC stars Islam Makhachev and Ilia Topuria come to a head ahead of a potential White House fight. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/Y7DHMH3B6JFMLK4XOR4OAGO4SA.png?auth=7ca97cf737067e0eeb64706c71eecd772e94ba2225df983a4629082b5928144e" width="2560" height="1440" alt="Months of tension between UFC stars Islam Makhachev and Ilia Topuria come to a head ahead of a potential White House fight."></img><p><b>A fight that could shake the foundations of mixed martial arts</b>, possibly the most significant in UFC history, is<b> closer than ever.</b> Until now, <a href="https://en.as.com/other_sports/praise-for-topuria-makhachev-coach-says-what-everybodys-thinking-f202510-n/" target="_self" rel="" title="https://en.as.com/other_sports/praise-for-topuria-makhachev-coach-says-what-everybodys-thinking-f202510-n/"><b>Islam Makhachev</b></a> had consistently dismissed <b>Ilia Topuria’s</b> invitations and even downplayed his abilities. But on Monday,<b> the Dagestani finally picked up the gauntlet thrown by the Hispanic-Georgian fighter.</b></p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/other_sports/out-of-control-islam-makhachev-finally-responds-to-ilia-topurias-white-house-challenge-f202510-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/other_sports/praise-for-topuria-makhachev-coach-says-what-everybodys-thinking-f202510-n/ Thu, 23 Oct 2025 20:45:36 GMT https://en.as.com/other_sports/praise-for-topuria-makhachev-coach-says-what-everybodys-thinking-f202510-n/ Cristina Parra,AS USA In an appearance on the Know Time podcast, Javier Mendez broke down UFC star Ilia Topuria’s strengths and weaknesses. In an appearance on the Know Time podcast, Javier Mendez broke down UFC star Ilia Topuria’s strengths and weaknesses. Topuria Islam Makhachev UFC MMA Deportes combate IAN MAULE (Getty Images via AFP) Praise for Topuria: Makhachev coach says what everybody’s thinking In an appearance on the Know Time podcast, Javier Mendez broke down UFC star Ilia Topuria’s strengths and weaknesses. In an appearance on the Know Time podcast, Javier Mendez broke down UFC star Ilia Topuria’s strengths and weaknesses. <p>Everyone agrees: <a href="https://en.as.com/news/ilia-topuria/" target="_blank" rel="" title="https://en.as.com/news/ilia-topuria/"><b>Ilia Topuria</b></a><b> is the best boxer in the </b><a href="https://en.as.com/news/ufc-ultimate-fighting-championship/" target="_blank" rel="" title="https://en.as.com/news/ufc-ultimate-fighting-championship/"><b>UFC</b></a>. Even his opponents can’t help but praise the Spanish-Georgian phenom’s striking prowess. </p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/other_sports/praise-for-topuria-makhachev-coach-says-what-everybodys-thinking-f202510-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/other_sports/ilia-topuria-reveals-bold-white-house-ambition-f202510-n/ Fri, 17 Oct 2025 10:46:15 GMT https://en.as.com/other_sports/ilia-topuria-reveals-bold-white-house-ambition-f202510-n/ As.com As.com,Roddy Cons The UFC star aims to make history as the first three-division champion and calls for a showdown with Islam Makhachev at the White House. The UFC star aims to make history as the first three-division champion and calls for a showdown with Islam Makhachev at the White House. Topuria UFC AMM Islam Makhachev Casa Blanca ANGELA PARAMO (DIARIO AS) 04/07/25 UFC RUEDA DE PRENSA ILLIA TOPURIA UFC 04/07/25 UFC RUEDA DE PRENSA ILLIA TOPURIA UFC <p><b>Ilia Topuria has his next challenge lined up</b>: making <a href="https://en.as.com/other_sports/this-ufc-star-is-on-the-verge-of-history-in-his-latest-title-defense-f202510-n/" target="_self" rel="" title="https://en.as.com/other_sports/this-ufc-star-is-on-the-verge-of-history-in-his-latest-title-defense-f202510-n/"><b>UFC</b></a><b> history</b> by becoming the first fighter to <b>hold titles in three different weight classes</b>. To do that, he wants a fight fans have been eagerly anticipating, <b>him versus Russian lightweight star Islam Makhachev</b>, who dominated the division before moving up to the welterweight division.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/other_sports/ilia-topuria-reveals-bold-white-house-ambition-f202510-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/other_sports/the-ufc-roadblock-standing-between-chimaev-and-double-gold-n/ Mon, 01 Sep 2025 07:40:38 GMT https://en.as.com/other_sports/the-ufc-roadblock-standing-between-chimaev-and-double-gold-n/ Cristina Parra,Calum Roche The Chechen star targets pound-for-pound supremacy but may first have to defend his middleweight belt against a stacked field. The Chechen star targets pound-for-pound supremacy but may first have to defend his middleweight belt against a stacked field. UFC Khamzat Chimaev Islam Makhachev The UFC roadblock standing between Chimaev and double gold The Chechen star targets pound-for-pound supremacy but may first have to defend his middleweight belt against a stacked field. The Chechen star targets pound-for-pound supremacy but may first have to defend his middleweight belt against a stacked field. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/M2WJBGTZVFH4XG7MWPZ5MFADNY.png?auth=7f7c884a4a551c502c0931e7216afbbff3954f87b85a297ea6a8dda8b06a1b10" width="1280" height="720" alt="The Chechen star targets pound-for-pound supremacy but may first have to defend his middleweight belt against a stacked field."></img><p><b>After Khamzat Chimaev was crowned middleweight champion following his move up from welterweight,</b> he made clear he intends to rule in more than one division – and hasn’t ruled out dropping back to 170 pounds to do it. He suggested that if Islam Makhachev defeats Jack Della Maddalena on November 16 in the main event of UFC 322 at Madison Square Garden, facing him would be the fastest route to becoming the pound-for-pound No 1.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/other_sports/the-ufc-roadblock-standing-between-chimaev-and-double-gold-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/other_sports/makhachev-hints-at-topuria-superfight-and-agrees-to-fan-request-as-you-wish-n/ Mon, 25 Aug 2025 06:05:31 GMT https://en.as.com/other_sports/makhachev-hints-at-topuria-superfight-and-agrees-to-fan-request-as-you-wish-n/ David Marín,Calum Roche The Russian has once again publicly admitted that he wants to fight the Spanish-Georgian after his welterweight title fight with Della Maddalena. The Russian has once again publicly admitted that he wants to fight the Spanish-Georgian after his welterweight title fight with Della Maddalena. Islam Makhachev Topuria UFC GIUSEPPE CACACE (AFP) Russia's Islam Makhachev reacts after his Lightweight bout against Australia's Alexander Volkanovski during the Ultimate Fighting Championship 294 (UFC) event at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi on October 22, 2023. (Photo by Giuseppe CACACE / AFP) Russia's Islam Makhachev reacts after his Lightweight bout against Australia's Alexander Volkanovski during the Ultimate Fighting Championship 294 (UFC) event at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi on October 22, 2023. (Photo by Giuseppe CACACE / AFP) <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/WD6VF7C22DELO6XX4OVSEIWIN4.jpg?auth=053d597f6d2e421ea984d7c61d565e38ede86694ca52a5efdc3a00b4a140afc4" width="6000" height="4000" alt="Russia's Islam Makhachev reacts after his Lightweight bout against Australia's Alexander Volkanovski during the Ultimate Fighting Championship 294 (UFC) event at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi on October 22, 2023. (Photo by Giuseppe CACACE / AFP)"></img><p>Islam Makhachev (27-1-0) has once again shown interest in a potential <b>“superfight” with Ilia Topuria (17-0-0)</b>. Such a clash would be one of the biggest and most high-profile bouts the UFC has staged in years, with the Russian’s interest in facing the Spain-born Georgian steadily growing.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/other_sports/makhachev-hints-at-topuria-superfight-and-agrees-to-fan-request-as-you-wish-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/other_sports/khabib-confirms-makhachev-fight-at-madison-square-garden-n/ Mon, 04 Aug 2025 09:21:28 GMT https://en.as.com/other_sports/khabib-confirms-makhachev-fight-at-madison-square-garden-n/ Alonso Gómez,Andy Hall The former UFC champion and Makhachev’s trainer confirmed an open secret: his pupil will return to action at UFC 322. The former UFC champion and Makhachev’s trainer confirmed an open secret: his pupil will return to action at UFC 322. Khabib Nurmagomedov Madison Square Garden UFC Conor McGregor Islam Makhachev Nueva York Combates Boxeadores Boxeo Khabib confirms Makhachev fight at Madison Square Garden The former UFC champion and Makhachev’s trainer confirmed an open secret: his pupil will return to action at UFC 322. The former UFC champion and Makhachev’s trainer confirmed an open secret: his pupil will return to action at UFC 322. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/THPPC7BN6BCAXE5FXETBISQLHY.jpg?auth=40eb73758dd4cf798f169c179c1e6539962e851f1a3a12ba4ef481d83a636ef1" width="1225" height="1400" alt="The former UFC champion and Makhachev’s trainer confirmed an open secret: his pupil will return to action at UFC 322."></img><p>The <b>UFC is gearing up to close out the year with a bang</b>. After a quiet September with no numbered events on the calendar, the premier mixed martial arts promotion has unveiled <b>two major headliners for October</b>—and the <b>November card announcement</b> looks imminent.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/other_sports/khabib-confirms-makhachev-fight-at-madison-square-garden-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/other_sports/makhachev-meets-topuria-we-will-fight-for-number-one-n/ Tue, 29 Jul 2025 19:04:39 GMT https://en.as.com/other_sports/makhachev-meets-topuria-we-will-fight-for-number-one-n/ As.com As.com The Russian stated that Topuria’s No.1 position in the pound-for-pound rankings “is just marketing” and that they will fight for it - maybe next year. The Russian stated that Topuria’s No.1 position in the pound-for-pound rankings “is just marketing” and that they will fight for it - maybe next year. Topuria Islam Makhachev UFC Boxeo Boxeadores MMA Combates HARRY HOW (Getty Images via AFP) Makhachev meets Topuria: “We will fight for number one” The Russian stated that Topuria's No.1 position in the pound-for-pound rankings "is just marketing" and that they will fight for it - maybe next year. The Russian stated that Topuria's No.1 position in the pound-for-pound rankings "is just marketing" and that they will fight for it - maybe next year. <p>The <b>fight between</b> <b>Ilia Topuria and Islam Makhachev is a step closer to becoming a reality</b>. At least, that’s the impression given off by the Russian fighter from what he said at the last edition of UFC Fight Night.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/other_sports/makhachev-meets-topuria-we-will-fight-for-number-one-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/other_sports/dana-white-throws-topuria-a-bone-if-makhachev-wins-the-title-n/ Sun, 13 Jul 2025 15:54:56 GMT https://en.as.com/other_sports/dana-white-throws-topuria-a-bone-if-makhachev-wins-the-title-n/ Cristina Parra,Roddy Cons UFC president White says a Topuria vs. Makhachev showdown is on the horizon. This is how it could happen. UFC president White says a Topuria vs. Makhachev showdown is on the horizon. This is how it could happen. UFC AMM Topuria Islam Makhachev Deportes combate ANGELA PARAMO (DIARIO AS) Dana White throws Topuria a bone: “If Makhachev wins the title...” UFC president White says a Topuria vs. Makhachev showdown is on the horizon. This is how it could happen. UFC president White says a Topuria vs. Makhachev showdown is on the horizon. This is how it could happen. <p>The hype around<b> </b><a href="https://en.as.com/other_sports/charles-oliveira-makes-frank-admission-on-his-brutal-knockout-by-ilia-topuria-n/ " target="_self" rel="" title="https://en.as.com/other_sports/charles-oliveira-makes-frank-admission-on-his-brutal-knockout-by-ilia-topuria-n/ "><b>Ilia Topuria’s brutal first-round knockout of Charles Oliveira</b></a> <b>was real—and fans loved it. </b>But for many UFC diehards, it <b>wasn’t </b><i><b>the</b></i><b> fight they’ve been dreaming of</b>. That honor belongs to a potential clash between<b> Topuria and Islam Makhachev</b>—two of the most dominant forces in the promotion today, both gunning to become the true face of the UFC and claim the sport’s pound-for-pound throne.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/other_sports/dana-white-throws-topuria-a-bone-if-makhachev-wins-the-title-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/other_sports/i-can-finish-ilia-ufc-war-of-words-heats-up-as-fighters-vie-for-topuria-title-shot-n/ Mon, 07 Jul 2025 08:39:40 GMT https://en.as.com/other_sports/i-can-finish-ilia-ufc-war-of-words-heats-up-as-fighters-vie-for-topuria-title-shot-n/ As.com As.com,AS USA With hopes fading of a dream clash between Ilia Topuria and Islam Makhachev, the question is: who will the lightweight champion fight next? With hopes fading of a dream clash between Ilia Topuria and Islam Makhachev, the question is: who will the lightweight champion fight next? UFC Topuria Islam Makhachev Deportes combate MMA Redes sociales Arman Tsarukyan ANGELA PARAMO (DIARIO AS) “I can finish Ilia”: UFC war of words heats up as fighters vie for Topuria title shot With hopes fading of a dream clash between Ilia Topuria and Islam Makhachev, the question is: who will the lightweight champion fight next? With hopes fading of a dream clash between Ilia Topuria and Islam Makhachev, the question is: who will the lightweight champion fight next? <p>Ilia Topuria’s electrifying <a href="https://en.as.com/other_sports/ilia-topuria-joins-ufcs-elite-with-dominant-ko-win-over-oliveira-n/" target="_blank" rel="" title="https://en.as.com/other_sports/ilia-topuria-joins-ufcs-elite-with-dominant-ko-win-over-oliveira-n/">win over Charles Oliveira</a> for the vacant UFC lightweight title has catapulted the Spanish-Georgian fighter <b>into the upper echelon of MMA stardom</b>.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/other_sports/i-can-finish-ilia-ufc-war-of-words-heats-up-as-fighters-vie-for-topuria-title-shot-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/other_sports/topuria-just-pulled-off-another-knockout-overtaking-ufc-star-on-instagram-charts-n/ Mon, 30 Jun 2025 07:06:12 GMT https://en.as.com/other_sports/topuria-just-pulled-off-another-knockout-overtaking-ufc-star-on-instagram-charts-n/ Cristina Parra,Calum Roche The double champion has added over three million followers since knocking out Charles Oliveira in Las Vegas. The double champion has added over three million followers since knocking out Charles Oliveira in Las Vegas. AMM Artes marciales UFC Topuria Islam Makhachev Instagram Khabib Nurmagomedov Conor McGregor Jeff Bottari (Zuffa LLC) Topuria just pulled off another knockout, overtaking UFC star on Instagram charts The double champion has added over three million followers since knocking out Charles Oliveira in Las Vegas. The double champion has added over three million followers since knocking out Charles Oliveira in Las Vegas. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/UXSADZXHAZCXVJPEJR5KE5MC2E.jpg?auth=1e6b3fa4404aea9fefc28769de12fce54b94a5996313c3edb62f5a3e1377fccf" width="7570" height="5047" alt="The double champion has added over three million followers since knocking out Charles Oliveira in Las Vegas."></img><p>What Ilia Topuria is doing right now feels almost otherworldly. The Spanish-Georgian fighter has become a true mass phenomenon – and it shows on social media. <b>In a matter of days, his Instagram following has surged by more than 3 million, pushing him past the 10.5 million mark and counting.</b> That leap places Topuria fourth on the UFC’s list of most-followed fighters on Instagram, ahead of Islam Makhachev.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/other_sports/topuria-just-pulled-off-another-knockout-overtaking-ufc-star-on-instagram-charts-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p><img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/H524YOWP4NEHBHYI3PI37YAFVA.jpeg?auth=479f13aa28cb49513d8b5969db9cea69d9326015cb04d8ab72bef6f0e81d30de" width="1251" height="445" alt="El Instagram de Ilia Topuria."></img> https://en.as.com/other_sports/jon-jones-stalls-heavyweight-if-youre-making-makhachev-vacate-jones-needs-to-be-stripped-n/ Tue, 27 May 2025 11:01:10 GMT https://en.as.com/other_sports/jon-jones-stalls-heavyweight-if-youre-making-makhachev-vacate-jones-needs-to-be-stripped-n/ Cristina Parra,AS USA Having last defended his heavyweight belt in November, Jones still hasn’t set a date for his next fight. Other UFC fighters aren’t happy with this delay. Having last defended his heavyweight belt in November, Jones still hasn’t set a date for his next fight. Other UFC fighters aren’t happy with this delay. AMM UFC Jon Jones Dana White Islam Makhachev Combates X: @StevensConquest Jon Jones stalls heavyweight: “If you’re making Makhachev vacate, Jones needs to be stripped” Having last defended his heavyweight belt in November, Jones still hasn’t set a date for his next fight. Other UFC fighters aren’t happy with this delay. Having last defended his heavyweight belt in November, Jones still hasn’t set a date for his next fight. Other UFC fighters aren’t happy with this delay. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/XN6M6XAQWRDU3B3LLTNLOVB63A.jpg?auth=a8bc61b342c393e7c97d16a3dde19a6edc4bde918f000a3881c15c5eaff5f6a4" width="1200" height="800" alt="Having last defended his heavyweight belt in November, Jones still hasn’t set a date for his next fight. Other UFC fighters aren’t happy with this delay."></img><p><a href="https://en.as.com/news/ufc-ultimate-fighting-championship/" target="_blank" rel="" title="https://en.as.com/news/ufc-ultimate-fighting-championship/"><b>UFC</b></a><b> heavyweight fighters are frustrated with Jon Jones</b>, their champion, for stalling the division. The main victim is interim champion Tom Aspinall, who has been waiting for his chance to fight for the undisputed title since winning his own. According to the UFC, they are in talks for a unification bout, and it’s only a matter of time before it’s announced, but for now, the division is at a standstill. </p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/other_sports/jon-jones-stalls-heavyweight-if-youre-making-makhachev-vacate-jones-needs-to-be-stripped-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/other_sports/topurias-perfect-scenario-for-the-ufc-is-something-weve-never-seen-before-n/ Wed, 21 May 2025 14:26:21 GMT https://en.as.com/other_sports/topurias-perfect-scenario-for-the-ufc-is-something-weve-never-seen-before-n/ Cristina Parra,Joe Brennan Topuria spoke at WOW 19 about the future of his brother, who will fight Charles Oliveira for the lightweight title on June 28 in Las Vegas. Topuria spoke at WOW 19 about the future of his brother, who will fight Charles Oliveira for the lightweight title on June 28 in Las Vegas. UFC Aleksandre Topuria Islam Makhachev Topuria AITOR MARTIN (DIARIO AS) Topuria’s ‘perfect scenario’ for the UFC is something we’ve never seen before Topuria spoke at WOW 19 about the future of his brother, who will fight Charles Oliveira for the lightweight title on June 28 in Las Vegas. Topuria spoke at WOW 19 about the future of his brother, who will fight Charles Oliveira for the lightweight title on June 28 in Las Vegas. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/ILO4MFLGZSQCP6RYPEK3E4K76I.JPG?auth=a2103026c4490e8a77fd782fdee1de42ceac9a0d1f4a4a70d20a0f6366115679" width="5355" height="3570" alt="Topuria spoke at WOW 19 about the future of his brother, who will fight Charles Oliveira for the lightweight title on June 28 in Las Vegas."></img><p>On June 28th in Las Vegas, <b>Ilia Topuria will face Charles Oliveira</b> <b>for the UFC lightweight title</b>. After vacating his featherweight belt, this will be the second championship he competes for—and it might not be the last. Both Ilia and his brother, Aleksandre, have<b> spoken about the possibility of the Spanish-Georgian star moving up to welterweight</b> to face Islam Makhachev.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/other_sports/topurias-perfect-scenario-for-the-ufc-is-something-weve-never-seen-before-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/other_sports/a-spider-has-landed-in-the-ufc-undefeated-18-0-4-tko-and-spiderman-fan-dreams-of-title-fight-n/ Tue, 20 May 2025 18:54:13 GMT https://en.as.com/other_sports/a-spider-has-landed-in-the-ufc-undefeated-18-0-4-tko-and-spiderman-fan-dreams-of-title-fight-n/ Alonso Gómez The Ecuadorian’s recent victory over Gilbert Burns makes him a serious contender in the welterweight division. The Ecuadorian’s recent victory over Gilbert Burns makes him a serious contender in the welterweight division. Artes marciales AMM UFC Islam Makhachev @ufc <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/4REO4ZV5PVGYVLRPVBGXYPEOSA.jpg?auth=32975dcad3cdecde0ba12c0febfbcc662f792fa76cc81a0ba43a1219811a47c0" width="4096" height="2731" alt="."></img><p>A spider has landed in the UFC. <b>Michael Morales, an undefeated fighter and big Spider-Man fan</b>, has caused quite a stir after his stunning <b>KO victory over Gilbert Burns</b> last Saturday. The Ecuadorian, ranked number 12 in the division, is starting to emerge as a serious prospect in a category where holding the belt is no easy task.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/other_sports/a-spider-has-landed-in-the-ufc-undefeated-18-0-4-tko-and-spiderman-fan-dreams-of-title-fight-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/other_sports/its-official-topuria-will-fight-oliveira-for-the-lightweight-title-n/ Wed, 14 May 2025 06:46:47 GMT https://en.as.com/other_sports/its-official-topuria-will-fight-oliveira-for-the-lightweight-title-n/ Cristina Parra The Spanish-Georgian fighter will face the Brazilian on June 28 at UFC 317 in Las Vegas for the lightweight title vacated by Islam Makhachev. Dana White made it official. The Spanish-Georgian fighter will face the Brazilian on June 28 at UFC 317 in Las Vegas for the lightweight title vacated by Islam Makhachev. Dana White made it official. UFC Topuria Artes marciales Islam Makhachev Dana White X: @UFC Cartel del UFC 317 con Ilia Topuria y Charles Oliveira. Cartel del UFC 317 con Ilia Topuria y Charles Oliveira. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/32LFZESMORBJFJWF35FYSFVS4M.jpg?auth=496e555c3c97cd7cc81e617d8e759be6c4839cfff3d37275e7aead6ad35ab888" width="1080" height="1350" alt="Cartel del UFC 317 con Ilia Topuria y Charles Oliveira."></img><p>The wait is over, and Dana White has made it official. After months of uncertainty, the UFC CEO has announced that<b> Ilia Topuria will face Charles Oliveira on June 28 at UFC 317 in Las Vegas.</b> At stake:<b> the lightweight belt </b>left vacant by Islam Makhachev, who is moving up to welterweight.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/other_sports/its-official-topuria-will-fight-oliveira-for-the-lightweight-title-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/other_sports/ilia-topuria-gets-his-way-makhachev-fight-set-for-june-28-in-las-vegas-n/ Sat, 26 Apr 2025 17:00:39 GMT https://en.as.com/other_sports/ilia-topuria-to-take-on-makhachev-in-las-vegas-n/ Cristina Parra,David Nelson After the latest developments in UFC, there is no other way out, only official confirmation remains. It will be the main event of International Fight Week. After the latest developments in UFC, there is no other way out, only official confirmation remains. It will be the main event of International Fight Week. Topuria AMM UFC Islam Makhachev Khabib Nurmagomedov Las Vegas Ilia Topuria gets his way: Makhachev fight set for June 28 in Las Vegas After the latest developments in UFC, there is no other way out, only official confirmation remains. It will be the main event of International Fight Week. After the latest developments in UFC, there is no other way out, only official confirmation remains. It will be the main event of International Fight Week. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/DIT2GADMWBFYJI7G6HMZ3ZKLQM.jpg?auth=d46595990d46bd5f38bc1d194c765b26dce77db843fbe1169f6cdb31a7e9cd70" width="1200" height="1097" alt="After the latest developments in UFC, there is no other way out, only official confirmation remains. It will be the main event of International Fight Week."></img><p>The path now looks clear for <b>Ilia Topuria to challenge Islam Makhachev for the UFC lightweight title. </b>According to journalist Álvaro Colmenero, a date has already been set—and it’s the one that has been rumored for months: June 28 at <a href="https://www.ufc.com/video/146349" target="_self" rel="" title="https://www.ufc.com/video/146349">International Fight Week in Las Vegas</a>. The UFC has yet to make it official, but with Dricus du Plessis sidelined by injury and<b> Dustin Poirier vs. Max Holloway announced for the BMF title at UFC 318</b>, there are no bigger headliners left for the promotion’s biggest week of the year.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/other_sports/ilia-topuria-to-take-on-makhachev-in-las-vegas-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/other_sports/ilia-topuria-to-take-on-makhachev-in-las-vegas-n/ Sat, 26 Apr 2025 15:37:16 GMT https://en.as.com/other_sports/ilia-topuria-to-take-on-makhachev-in-las-vegas-n/ Cristina Parra,Andy Hall Following recent developments in the UFC, there’s no turning back now— the bout, set for June, is all but officially confirmed. Following recent developments in the UFC, there’s no turning back now— the bout, set for June, is all but officially confirmed. Topuria UFC Islam Makhachev Las Vegas Boxeo Boxeadores MMA Ilia Topuria to take on Makhachev in Las Vegas? Following recent developments in the UFC, there’s no turning back now— the bout, set for June, is all but officially confirmed. Following recent developments in the UFC, there’s no turning back now— the bout, set for June, is all but officially confirmed. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/DIT2GADMWBFYJI7G6HMZ3ZKLQM.jpg?auth=d46595990d46bd5f38bc1d194c765b26dce77db843fbe1169f6cdb31a7e9cd70" width="1200" height="1097" alt="Following recent developments in the UFC, there’s no turning back now— the bout, set for June, is all but officially confirmed. "></img><p>The stage is set, it seems, for <b>Ilia Topuria to face Islam Makhachev for the lightweight title</b>. According to journalist Álvaro Colmenero, a date has already been floated - <b>Saturday June 28, 2025</b>, during <b>International Fight Week in Las Vegas</b>. </p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/other_sports/ilia-topuria-to-take-on-makhachev-in-las-vegas-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/other_sports/the-return-of-a-legendary-fighter-to-the-ufc-i-dont-think-anyone-can-beat-me-n/ Wed, 26 Mar 2025 18:07:44 GMT https://en.as.com/other_sports/the-return-of-a-legendary-fighter-to-the-ufc-i-dont-think-anyone-can-beat-me-n/ Víctor Martín J.,Miguel Corrales The Australian fighter spoke just weeks before his return to the octagon. He said that, except for the lightweight champion, the rest could only beat him with a single lucky shot. The Australian fighter spoke just weeks before his return to the octagon. He said that, except for the lightweight champion, the rest could only beat him with a single lucky shot. Volkanovski UFC Topuria Islam Makhachev Deportes combate AMM <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/B2I7CH7JUZF67PJJW3V5PYIEXM.jpg?auth=5b74b6393cbb09d14b9871824996ab0f749a9428f0ca77dd35742bc474098ff0" width="1200" height="840" alt="."></img><p><b>Alexander Volkanovski is nearing the end of his training camp as he prepares to return to a title fight</b> after being dethroned by Ilia Topuria more than a year ago. After suffering two consecutive KO losses, the Australian decided to take a sabbatical to recover both physically and mentally until a <b>title opportunity emerged in the featherweight division.</b></p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/other_sports/the-return-of-a-legendary-fighter-to-the-ufc-i-dont-think-anyone-can-beat-me-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p><img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/MEVE7QX2V5AGJMBSP5PHRRTHFY.jpg?auth=3a8129936a44517285bdb528a8808e48e2f71df82be9f965e3cf792348007408" width="4993" height="3329" alt="Alexander Volkanovski segundos antes del inicio del combate."></img>