Islam Makhachev praises Michael Morales’ power at welterweight while dismissing Ilia Topuria as no threat at 170 pounds.

Islam Makhachev sees tougher challenges at welterweight than Ilia Topuria.

Even though it seemed like an ideal fit for the UFC White House event, Islam Makhachev has played down the possibility of that match-up. Ilia Topuria’s move up to lightweight after capturing the ...

Newly-crowned UFC welterweight champion, Islam Makhachev, is “ready” to fight current lightweight titleholder, Ilia Topuria, atop the upcoming White House card in June. Sadly, UFC is not interested.

If Islam Makhachev does fight on the UFC White House card, the UFC welterweight champion doesn't think he'll be fighting Ilia Topuria.

During a recent interview with Ushatayka, Makhachev downplayed the threat of Topuria coming up to his weight class, claiming the likes of Michael Morales will be scarier challenges to face on the feet ...

The reigning welterweight champion is not convinced that Ilia Topuria’s power will carry over into the higher weight class.

Despite it seemingly like a perfect main event to headline the UFC White House event, Islam Makhachev has poured cold water ...

Ilia Topuria sends a bold warning to Islam Makhachev, promising a knockout if they meet in the Octagon and claiming he’s unlike any opponent.

Makhachev vs. Topuria is one of the best fights UFC could make ...

Welterweight champion Islam Makhachev has played down the threat of Ilia Topuria moving up in weight to challenge him. Topuria recently became lightweight champion after knocking out Charles Oliveira ...

Ilia Topuria’s future in the UFC lightweight division is uncertain after Islam Makhachev’s manager suggested Justin Gaethje ...