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Arman Tsarukyan on Facing Islam Makhachev at UFC 311: ‘Belt Motivates Me, Not Him'
Islam Makhachev and Arman Tsarukyan might be former foes, but they're not bitter rivals. The next UFC lightweight title fight is a rematch six years in the making, with current champion Makhachev defeating a 22-year-old Tsarukyan in his promotional debut back in 2019.
Islam Makhachev Opens Up About Nate Diaz Water Bottle Clash Behind the Scenes at UFC 311
Islam Makhachev talks about the backstage water bottle incident with Nate Diaz at UFC 311, offering his take on the unexpected altercation.
Islam Makhachev Reveals Interaction with Nate Diaz Prior to Water Bottle Incident
Islam Makhachev and Nate Diaz allegedly had a cordial interaction months before nearly getting into a brawl last December.
UFC 311: Can Islam Makhachev Break Record For UFC Title Fight Wins?
At UFC 311, Islam Makhachev can break a tie with Khabib Nurmagomedov, Benson Henderson, and BJ Penn for most UFC lightweight title fight wins.
Top UFC fights announced for 2025: Islam Makhachev, Israel Adesanya, Sean Strickland and more all compete
UFC 311 and UFC 312 each feature two title fights, plus Israel Adesanya competes in his first non-title fight in six years. UFC 311 already has a case for being the best card of 2025. The mixed martial arts leader debuts at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood,
Islam Makhachev tells his side of Nate Diaz water bottle incident backstage at UFC 311 press conference
UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev was recently involved in an altercation with Nate Diaz, but assures he did not instigate the incident. He doesn't even know what set Diaz off. Makhachev (26-1 MMA,
Arman Tsarukyan reveals what Islam Makhachev told him after first UFC fight
Islam Makhachev gave Arman Tsarukyan some words of encouragement after their first UFC fight. Makhachev (26-1 MMA, 15-1 UFC) welcomed Tsarukyan (22-3 MMA, 9-2 UFC) to the UFC in April 2019, defeating the then-22-year-old by unanimous decision.
Watch Islam Makhachev vs. Arman Tsarukyan 1 ahead of UFC 311 rematch
UFC 311 is headlined by a lightweight championship rematch between titleholder Islam Makhachev and Arman Tsarukyan. Look back at their first fight.
UFC Star Believes Islam Makhachev Will Retain Title Against Arman Tsarukyan Despite Close Last Fight
Gilbert Burns recently shared his thoughts on X about the upcoming UFC 311 lightweight title fight. While he sees potential in Arman Tsarukyan’s chances, Burns leans toward Islam Makhachev retaining his belt.
Get $10 off UFC 311, Makhachev vs. Tsarukyan 2 by buying early
The UFC 311 pay-per-view will cost $80 at the regular price, but early buyers can get a $10 discount. UFC is starting out its 2025 schedule with a fantastic rematch between two hungry fighters. Islam Makhachev will take on Arman Tsarukyan in a rematch of their 2019 bout at UFC 311,
Islam Makhachev admits Michael Chandler's quick UFC title shot frustrated him
Upon signing with the UFC, former Bellator champion Chandler needed just one win to earn a shot at the vacant lightweight ...
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Islam Makhachev warns UFC legends they must get his permission to use ‘pound for pound’ podcast name
Islam Makhachev has sent a warning shot to a pair of MMA icons, claiming they must reach out to him if they want to keep their podcast name. The Russian grappler is adamant that he is the only man who ...
Usman Nurmagomedov 'more stressed' for brother Umar, Islam Makhachev at UFC 311 than own title defense
It would be hard to draw up a more significant start to the year than what Usman Nurmagomedov and his teammates have lined up to begin 2025. The Dagestan takeover in MMA could reach its peak this ...
Bold predictions for 2025: Islam Makhachev makes history, Jon Jones stays active, UFC to Netflix, more
Although Strickland is a polarizing figure, it’s undeniable that he has been Du Plessis’ toughest fight in the UFC so far.
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Renowned MMA coach Javier Mendez explains why Islam Makhachev is ahead of Jon Jones on UFC pound-for-pound list
American Kickboxing Academy head coach Javier Mendez has given his take on why Islam Makhachev is ahead of Jon Jones on the ...
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Islam Makhachev Poised To Break Khabib Nurmagomedov’s Lightweight Title Record With UFC 311 Win Over Arman Tsarukyan
Islam Makhachev eyes history at UFC 311, aiming to surpass Khabib Nurmagomedov’s lightweight title record against Arman ...
Why Dana White Once Called Islam Makhachev a Troublemaker
UFC boss Dana White once called the UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev a troublemaker, and it's all because of an ...
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Islam Makhachev makes surprising pitch to Demetrious Johnson: "Bring everybody, we will take care of them"
Islam Makhachev recently made a surprising pitch to Demetrious Johnson which highlighted his respect toward 'Mighty Mouse'.