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Islam makhachev He is the welterweight champion. Photo: Reproduction/UFC
Newly crowned champion of the welterweight division (up to 77,1 kg) with a great victory against Jack Della Maddalena, Islam makhachev He's already looking at the rest of the rankings in anticipation of his first title defense. While not eager to return to the octagon, the Russian believes the organization will make an offer for his first opponent soon.
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The champion spoke about the subject in an interview with 'Red Corner MMA' last Wednesday (10). According to him, the adaptation to the category was done correctly, so he is not worried about the date that will be offered for his return.
"The UFC will probably offer me a fight soon, and I told them I don't mind because I feel like I'm going to stay in the division for a long time, keeping the belt and feeling comfortable," he stated.
Islam makhachev expects the UFC to offer its next fight soon
“The UFC will probably offer me someone soon and I told them I don't care because I feel I am going to stay in the division for a long time holding the belt and feeling comfortable” pic.twitter.com/F62yQpVZST
— Red Corner MMA (@RedCorner_MMA) December 11, 2025
Makhachev has one opponent as his priority.
Islam makhachev alongside the Dagestan Clan. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram.
Immediately after his victory against Della Maddalena, Makhachev went on to express your interest to defend the belt for the first time against Kamaru UsmanDespite criticism from many fans and other fighters due to the Nigerian's recent poor record, the fact that both athletes are managed by Ali Abdelaziz makes negotiations less bureaucratic and the fight more feasible.
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