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Dana White reacts to UFC champion Islam Makhachev contemplating middleweight move

Dana White isn't sure about UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev jumping two weight classes. Makhachev (27-1 MMA, 16-1 UFC) is eager to become a two-weight UFC champion, but standing in the way of his goal is his good friend and training partner,

Newsweek on MSN · 12d

UFC 311: Islam Makhachev Wants to Move Up to Face Dricus Du Plessis Following Big Win

Following Islam Makhachev's big win at UFC 311, the pound-for-pound best fighter in the world wants to move up to face Dricus Du Plessis.

Wrestling World on MSN · 15h

Dana White Reacts to Makhachev's Proposal to Face Dricus Du Plessis at Middleweight

Due to this Makhachev expressed his urge to go to middleweight and share the cage with Dricus Du Plessis. The UFC president Dana White recently shared his take on Makhachev’s goals and as usual, he wasn’t too excited about the idea of seeing the lightweight champion moving two weight classes up.

MMA Junkie on MSN · 6d

UFC analyst doesn't care to see Islam Makhachev at 185 pounds

Islam Makhachev wants multi-division championship glory, but one UFC analyst would prefer to see him stick in his own lane.

TheSportster on MSN · 1d

Dana White Shuts Down Islam Makhachev’s UFC Middleweight Ambitions

Islam Makhachev has discussed a move to middleweight. Dana White believes the UFC Lightweight Champion should consider welterweight instead.

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UFC Champ Muhammad Dismisses Usman’s Calls For Him To Fight Makhachev

Former UFC welterweight champ Kamaru Usman thinks a matchup between Belal Muhammad and Islam Makhachev makes sense. Muhammad, a friend of Makhachev's, strongly disagrees.

Give Me Sport on MSN · 14h

UFC Superstar Alex Pereira Calls For a Fight Against One of Boxing's Best Fighters

UFC superstar Alex Pereira has called for a fight in boxing against one of that sport's biggest names, hinting that, as Conor McGregor was able to do so in 2017, when he crossed over into boxing from MMA,

Sports Illustrated · 19h

‘McGregor did it,’ UFC star Alex Pereira calls for Superfight with Boxing champion

Alex Pereira wants nothing but the best in both worlds, boxing and MMA. The reigning, defending UFC light heavyweight champion has a tall task in front of him at UFC 313, fighting the #1 contender Magomed Ankalaev in March.

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Makhachev breaks Nurmagomedov record with UFC win

Makhachev, 33, staked his claim as the UFC's pound-for-pound best with an unstoppable performance on Saturday night in Inglewood, California. "I like this belt," Makhachev said. "If somebody ...

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Sean Strickland On Islam Makhachev’s Middleweight Hopes: ‘Stay In Your Weight Class!’

Sean Strickland believes Islam Makhachev is too small for middleweight and has warned him against moving up the division in ...

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UFC 311 'Fight Motion': Makhachev rolls over short-notice Moicano — in super slo-mo

With two title fights atop the card, there was plenty of anticipation for UFC 311 in Southern California earlier this month.

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UFC 311: Islam Makhachev Sets UFC Lightweight Title Defense Record

Following UFC 311, Islam Makhachev stands alone with the most UFC lightweight title fight wins. Next up is Anderson Silva's ...

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Islam Makhachev was told about UFC 311 opponent change by teammate before getting official call

Makhachev’s ability to adapt seamlessly to a last-second opponent change was on full display at UFC 311. UFC CEO Dana White ...

Beneil Dariush on who gives UFC champ Islam Makhachev the toughest fight at lightweight

Beneil Dariush has an interesting pick for the UFC lightweight who has the best chance of dethroning Islam Makhachev.

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Islam Makhachev's dominance continues, chokes out Renato Moicano at UFC 311

Islam Makhachev cemented his place in UFC history Saturday night at UFC 311, submitting late replacement Renato Moicano.

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UFC 311: Makhachev vs. Moicano predictions, picks and best bets

The UFC's first PPV of 2025 is finally here. Discover in-depth UFC 311: Makhachev vs. Moicano predictions, betting tips, and ...

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Nurmagomedov v Makhachev - who leads lightweight GOAT race?

With Islam Makhachev breaking his close friend, mentor and coach Khabib Nurmagomedov's record for most UFC lightweight title defences, BBC Sport analyses how the pair compare statistically.

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