Biography
Islam Ramazanovich Makhachev is a Russian professional mixed martial artist and former sambo competitor. He currently competes in the Welterweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), where he is the current UFC Welterweight Champion and former UFC Lightweight Champion. A professional since 2010, along with becoming a combat sambo world champion in 2016 and two-time Russian national champion at 74Â kg. As of 18 November 2025, he is #1 in the UFC men's pound-for-pound rankings.
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Career Analysis
Islam Makhachev has compiled a professional record of 28-1-0 across 29 bouts. With 5 victories coming by stoppage, Makhachev carries a 18% knockout rate.
Representing Russia on the world stage, Makhachev competes in the 170 lbs division. They remain active and looking for their next fight.