Islam Makhachev Next Fight
28Wins
1Losses
0Draws
Fight Matrix Ranking :#1 Welterweight
🔥 16 win streak
Weight Class: Lightweight
Age: 34
Height: 177.8 cm
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Pro debut: Aug 1, 2010
Last fight: Nov 15, 2025 (6 months)
Islam Makhachev is an MMA fighter from Russia competing in the Lightweight division.
Islam Makhachev is the UFC Welterweight Champion. He is ranked #1 by the independent Fight Matrix rankings.
In their last fight on November 15, 2025 (VeChain UFC 322), Islam Makhachev defeated Jack Della Maddalena by Decision - Unanimous.
📊 Key Stats
🔥1616 win streak
🥋88 submission wins
⚡66 first-round finishes
💥65%65% finish rate
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Championship History
Championship HistoryChampionUFC Lightweight
Won the title on October 22, 2022 vs Charles Oliveira at UFC 280 - Oliveira vs. Makhachev
4 successful defenses
Latest title win on January 18, 2025 (current status unconfirmed)
Fight History
Win
Decision - UnanimousR5 5:00
Win
Submission (Brabo Choke)R1 4:05
Win
Submission (Brabo Choke)R5 2:42
Win
KO (Head Kick and Punches)R1 3:06
Win
Decision (Unanimous)R5 5:00
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Islam Makhachev still in the UFC?
Yes — Islam Makhachev is on the UFC roster, with their most recent UFC fight on November 15, 2025.
Has Islam Makhachev ever been a UFC champion?
Yes — Islam Makhachev won the UFC Lightweight title.
How many title fights has Islam Makhachev had?
Islam Makhachev has had 5 title fight(s).
