Islam Makhachev is a Russian mixed martial artist, the current UFC welterweight champion and former lightweight champion of the organization. A representative of the Dagestani school of martial arts, whose base style is combat sambo.
Islam Makhachev
Biography
Makhachev has been competing in the UFC since 2015. In October 2022, he won the lightweight title by defeating Charles Oliveira, after which he successfully defended the belt four times. In 2025, the Russian vacated the title and moved up to the welterweight division, where he defeated Jack Della Maddalena and became the UFC champion. In August 2026, Makhachev defended the title against Ian Machado Garry and extended his UFC win streak to a record 17. His professional record stands at 29-1.
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