Islam Makhachev News
Islam Makhachev wants Dan Hooker to be “held accountable” for recent cheating accusations
Susan Cox - February 17, 2023
Islam Makhachev wants Dan Hooker to be ‘held accountable’ for recent cheating accusations. UFC 284 took place last Saturday, February 11th to a sold out crowd at the RAC Arena in Perth, Australia.
Islam Makhachev discusses the possibility of an immediate rematch with Alexander Volkanovski: “I’m not going to wait for anybody or call anybody out”
Harry Kettle - February 17, 2023
UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev has given his thoughts on a possible immediate rematch against Alexander Volkanovski. Last weekend at UFC 284, Islam Makhachev went to war with Alexander Volkanovski. It was a back and forth affair but in the end, the star from Dagestan managed to get his hand raised.
UFC commentator Jon Anik recalls crowd reaction to Islam Makhachev defeating Alexander Volkanovski: "It’s the first time I’ve ever been hit with a burger"
Josh Evanoff - February 16, 2023
UFC commentator Jon Anik didn’t have the greatest time after the results of Saturday’s main event were read. UFC 284 went down over the weekend as the promotion returned to Australia. In the main event, featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski headed up to lightweight to face newly crowned titleholder Islam Makhachev. Heading into the fight, the Russian was a sizeable favorite.
UFC and Western Australia’s Combat Sports Commission butt heads over I.V. legality
Susan Cox - February 16, 2023
The UFC and Western Australia’s Combat Sports Commission are butting heads over I.V. legality. What started out as allegations made by Dan Hooker concerning Islam Makhachev cheating at UFC 284 is now getting attention on both sides of the aisle.
Beneil Dariush reacts to Islam Makhachev’s title-retaining victory at UFC 284: “Volkanovski just confirmed my beliefs”
Harry Kettle - February 16, 2023
Beneil Dariush has explained why he’s feeling as confident as ever following Islam Makhachev’s win over Alexander Volkanovski. At UFC 284, Islam Makhachev was able to defeat Alexander Volkanovski via unanimous decision. While it was a close fight, many have accepted that Makhachev was the right winner.
Javier Mendez confirms Islam Makhachev vs. Alexander Volkanovski 2 will happen: "I don’t see no reason why they wouldn’t do a rematch"
Lewis Simpson - February 14, 2023
Javier Mendez is confident Islam Makhachev will run it back with Alexander Volkanovski. After five-rounds of back-and-forth action in Perth, Australia, Makhachev edged a close unanimous decision victory to hold onto his lightweight title at UFC 284.
Alexander Volkanovski hints at immediate rematch with Islam Makhachev, gives Yair Rodriguez the green light to defend his new title
Harry Kettle - February 14, 2023
Alexander Volkanovski has suggested that he wants an immediate rematch with Islam Makhachev, delaying his return to featherweight. Last weekend, Alexander Volkanovski battled Islam Makhachev in a fantastic main event at UFC 284. The two competed for the UFC lightweight championship and in the end, Makhachev was the one who walked away with the belt.
Islam Makhachev's team denies use of IVs after UFC 284 weigh-ins: "We all know this is completely BS"
Cole Shelton - February 13, 2023
Islam Makhachev’s team is denying the lightweight champ used IVs to rehydrate after the UFC 284 weigh-ins. In the main event of the card, Makhachev was defending his lightweight title for the first time. In the lead-up, Alexander Volkanovski said the champ was having a hard weight cut. However, Makhachev did make the weight and ended up winning a close decision.
Dan Hooker accuses Islam Makhachev of cheating using an IV after weigh-in: "He doesn’t cheat, he doesn’t win"
Cole Shelton - February 13, 2023
Dan Hooker has accused Islam Makhachev of cheating at UFC 284. Makhachev was defending his lightweight title for the first time against featherweight champ, Alexander Volkanovski. It was an intriguing matchup but heading into the fight, Makhachev was a sizeable favorite and edged out a very close decision.
What's next for the stars of UFC 284?
Cole Shelton - February 13, 2023
The UFC headed down under to Perth, Western Australia for UFC 284 which saw the lightweight title and the interim featherweight title up for grabs. In the main event of UFC 284, Islam Makhachev was looking to defend his lightweight title for the first time against featherweight champ, Alexander Volkanovski. The co-main event saw Yair Rodriguez battle Josh Emmett for the interim featherweight title.
Islam Makhachev proclaims himself “the best fighter in the world” following UFC 284 win over Alexander Volkanovksi
Susan Cox - February 13, 2023
Islam Makhachev is proclaiming himself ‘the best fighter in the world’ following his UFC 284 win over Alexander Volkanovski. UFC 284 took place this past weekend at the RAC Arena in Perth, Australia.
Tom Aspinall takes aim at “ungrateful” fans upset with Makhachev vs Volkanovski decision
Harry Kettle - February 13, 2023
UFC heavyweight Tom Aspinall has called out fans who aren’t happy with the result of Islam Makhachev vs Alexander Volkanovski. Last weekend at UFC 284, Islam Makhachev beat Alexander Volkanovski via unanimous decision in a really fun encounter. However, after he got the nod, many felt as if ‘The Great’ should’ve been the one to have his hand raised.
Islam Makhachev doesn't think fans will be impressed by Jon Jones after his UFC 285 title fight against Ciryl Gane
Fernando Quiles Jr. - February 12, 2023
Islam Makhachev isn’t convinced that Jon Jones turn in a performance against Ciryl Gane that will impress fans. Makhachev will soon find himself at the number one spot on the official pound-for-pound rankings after he defeated reigning UFC Featherweight Champion Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 284. The bout was contested for Makhachev’s lightweight gold.
Islam Makhachev responds after Nate Diaz suggests Alexander Volkanovski “whooped” his ass at UFC 284
Fernando Quiles Jr. - 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 Jr. - 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.
UFC 284 Bonus Report: Islam Makhachev and Alexander Volkanovski take home 'FOTN' honors
Chris Taylor - February 11, 2023
The Octagon returned to Perth, Australia for tonight’s UFC 284 event, a thirteen-bout fight card headlined by Islam Makhachev vs. Alexander Volkanovski. Tonight’s highly anticipated lightweight title fight proved to be an absolute war. Both men landed big shots that resulted in knockdowns. Although Alexander Volkanovski had a dominant round five, it proved to be too little too late for the featherweight kingpin. After twenty-five minutes of action, Islam was awarded the unanimous decision win.
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.