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| Full Name | Islam Ramazanovich Makhachev |
| Date of Birth | September 26, 1991 |
| Age | 33 Years |
| Nationality | Russian |
| Height | 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m) |
| Weight | 155 lbs or 70 kg |
| Championship Held | UFC Lightweight Champion |
| Weight Class | Lightweight (155 lbs) |
| Stance | Southpaw |
| Career Stats | 26-1-0 |
| Status | Active |
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Islam Makhachev: A Brief Biography
Islam Makhachev is one of the leading superstars of the UFC. He made his professional MMA debut in August 2010 and spent his initial years in competing in multiple professional fight promotions. After compiling a record of 12 wins and no losses, Makhachev made his promotional debut in the UFC in 2015. Makhachev witnessed a meteoric rise in the company and went on to win the vacant UFC lightweight title against Charles Oliveira at UFC 280.
He has since then defended his title four times and is the No.1 pound-for-pound fighter in the company as of April 2025.
| Name | Islam Ramzanovich Makhachev |
| Age | 33 |
| DOB | October 27, 1991 |
| Nationality | Russian |
| Profession | Professional MMA Fighter |
| Net Worth | $6 Million (estimated) |
| Height | 5 ft 10 in (178 cm) |
| Weight | 155 lbs |
| Relationship Status | Married |
Early Life and Career
Islam Makhachev started his combat sports journey at his home village of Burshi, Dagestan, where he trained in combat sambo under the mentorship of Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov. Makhachev tasted success in sambo before transitioning to MMA.
Makhachaev made his professional mixed martial arts debut at Tsumada Fighting Championship 4 against Magomed Bekbolatov, which he won by a unanimous decision.
Makhachev signed with M-1 and debuted at the M-1 Selection Ukraine 2010 Finals against Tengiz Khuchua. Makhachev made quick work of Khuchua and defeated him via a first-round knockout. He dominated his upcoming fights in the promotion and amassed four consecutive victories before joining the UFC.
Islam Makhachev Personal Life
Makhachev, born on September 27, 1991, in Makhachkala, Dagestan, Russia, hails from a devout Muslim family. Growing up in the rugged mountains of Dagestan, he was raised in a culture that values discipline, respect, and strong community bonds. Makhachev began his combat training at a young age, inspired by his close friend and training partner, Khabib Nurmagomedov. Both were mentored by Khabib's late father, the legendary Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov, who instilled rigorous training regimens and a deep understanding of martial arts in them.
Islam Makhachev Social Media
Islam Makhachev maintains his presence on popular social media platforms to interact with his fellow fighters and keep his fans posted.
Islam Makhachev Net Worth
Islam Makhachev is estimated to have a net worth of $6 million as of April 2025. Major part of his earning comes from his successful professional mixed martial arts career besides having endorsement deals of different brands.
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Islam Makhachev Record
Islam Makhachev holds a professional MMA record of 27 wins and one loss (27-1-0) as of April 16, 2025. His victories include 5 knockouts, 13 submissions, and 9 decisions. Makhachev's only loss in MMA came against Adriano Martins in 2015 by KO.
| 28 matches | 27 wins | 1 loss |
| By knockout | 5 | 1 |
| By submission | 13 | 0 |
| By decision | 9 | 0 |
Islam Makhachev Losses
Islam Makhachev has only lost one fight in his professional mixed martial arts career as of April 16, 2025.
Islam Makhachev vs. Adriano Martins
Islam Makhachev faced Adriano Martins in his second fight in the UFC. The duo took on each other on October 3, 2016, at UFC 192 in a lightweight bout. Martins dispatched Makhachev in the first round with the help of a punch to secure a dominant victory.
Islam Makhachev UFC Career
Islam Makhachev made his UFC debut against Leo Kuntz at UFC 187 and won in the second round via rear-naked choke submission. After this, he faced Adriano Martins at UC 192 and suffered his first loss in his professional MMA career, as Martins finished him in the first round via KO (punch). Makhachev defeated Chris Wade via a unanimous decision in his next fight to return to the win column.
Makhachev won his next four fights in the UFC before getting a main-event headliner fight against Thiago Moises at UFC on ESPN: Makhachev vs. Moises. Makhachev outclassed Moises on the ground to pick up a dominating fourth-round rear-naked choke submission victory. Makhachev fought Dan Hooker at UFC 267 and defeated him via first-round kimura submission to extend his winning streak to 9 wins.
On October 22, 2022, Makhachev won the vacant UFC Lightweight Championship by defeating Charles Oliveira at UFC 280, earning a Performance of the Night bonus. He defended his title against Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 284 in February 2023, winning by unanimous decision and earning Fight of the Night honors. He won their rematch at UFC 294 by first-round knockout, securing another Performance of the Night award. Makhachev defended his title against Dustin Poirier at UFC 302 on June 1, 2024.
For his fourth title defense, Makhachev locked horns with Renato Moicano at UFC 313. Makhachev made quick work of him and submitted him in the first round to maintain his dominance in the lightweight division.
Islam Makhachev Most Popular Fights
Islam Makhachev vs. Renato Moicano
Islam Makhachev squared off against Renato Moicano after he replaced Arman Tsarukyan in the main event of the UFC 313 against Makhachev. Tsarukyan was originally scheduled to challenge the reigning lightweight champion; however, he withdrew at the last minute, citing a back injury, prompting Moicano to step up against Makhchev. The 33-year-old Dagestani defeated him by a first-round submission and defended his title for the fourth time.
Islam Makhachev vs. Dustin Poirier
Islam Makhachev faced Dustin Poirier on June 1, 2024, at UFC 302. The reigning UFC lightweight champion clutched Poirier in a D'Arce choke in the fourth round of the fight, forcing him to submit and defend his championship successfuly.
Islam Makhachev vs. Alexander Volkanovski 2
After a successful title defense by Islam Makhachev at UFC 284, the duo squared off against each other yet again at UFC 294. Makhachev dispatched Alexander Volkanovski by connecting a devastating head kick and then following it up with vicious hammer fists to win the fight.
Islam Makhachev vs. Alexander Volkanovski 1
Islam Makhachev faced Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 284 on February 12, 2023, in a bout for the UFC Lightweight Championship. Makhachev won the fight via unanimous decision after five closely contested rounds. The fight showcased Makhachev's underrated striking skills and Volkanovski's grappling and resilience.
Islam Makhachev vs. Charles Oliveira
Islam Makhachev (23-1) seized the UFC's 155-pound championship by submitting Charles Oliveira (33-9) at UFC 280 inside Etihad Arena. The finish came at 3:16 of the second round via arm triangle choke. Charles Oliveira, who saw an 11-fight win streak snapped, tapped to the choke after he was dropped by a right hand.
Islam Makhachev vs. Bobby Green
Islam Makhachev entered the octagon riding high on his nine-match win streak against Bobby Green on February 26, 2022. Makhachev checked his leg kick on Green, making Green uncomfortable with his moves. He started dominating the fight as Green could not defend against Makhachev's punches and kicks. The Dagestani fighter came on the whole mount, maintaining top control, and took down Green via TKO (points).
Islam Makhachev vs. Dan Hooker
Islam Makhachev fought Dan Hooker at UFC 267. Islam dominated Hooker and took him down inside the first minute and proceeded to establish ground control, locking him in a tight kimura submission that forced Hooker to submit. Islam jumped to No. 4 in the UFC lightweight rankings after this victory.
Last updated on April 16, 2025
FAQs On Islam Makhachev
A. Islam Makhachev has a record of 27 wins and one loss (27-1-0) as of April, 16, 2025.
A. Islam Makhachev’s next fight is yet to be announced.
A. Islam Makhachev has only lost to Adriano Martins as of April 2025.
A. Islam Makhachev is a UFC Lightweight Champion (155 lbs).
A. Islam Makhachev has 13 submission victories in MMA as of April 2025.
