Quick Info
| Profession | Mixed Martial Artist |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Russian |
| Date of Birth | 27/10/1991 |
| Age | 34 years |
| Birthplace | Makhachkala, Dagestan, Russia |
Latest News about Islam Makhachev
15/11/2025
Islam Makhachev was officially ranked #1 in the UFC pound-for-pound rankings by the UFC organization, solidifying his status as the top fighter in the world across all weight classes. This ranking reflects his dominance in the Welterweight division and his successful transition from the Lightweight title.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Islam Ramazanovich Makhachev |
|---|---|
| Alias | The Next Khabib |
| Current Title | UFC Welterweight Champion |
| Former Title | UFC Lightweight Champion (Oct 2022 – Jun 2025) |
| Notable Achievement | First Russian champion in two weight categories (Lightweight and Welterweight) |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 10" (178 cm) |
|---|---|
| Weight | 170 lbs (77 kg) |
| Reach | 70" (178 cm) |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Division | Welterweight |
Personal Life
| Ethnicity | Lak |
|---|---|
| Marital Status | Single |
Relationships & More
| Trainer | Khabib Nurmagomedov |
|---|---|
| Team | Eagles MMA |
Career
| Professional Start | 2010 |
|---|---|
| UFC Record | 23-1-0 |
| Total Wins | 23 |
| Wins by Knockout | 5 |
| Wins by Submission | 13 |
| Wins by Decision | 5 |
| Consecutive UFC Wins | 11 |
| Major Titles Held |
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| Pound-for-Pound Ranking | #1 (as of Nov 2025) |
Favourites
| Favorite Move | Grappling and Wrestling |
|---|---|
| Favorite Fighter | Khabib Nurmagomedov |
Style Quotient
| Fighting Style | Grappling, Wrestling, Submission |
|---|---|
| Strengths | Elite ground control, wrestling, finishing ability |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/islam_makhachev/ | |
| https://twitter.com/islam_makhachev |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He is of Lak ethnicity. | |
| 2. He grew up in Makhachkala, the capital of Dagestan. | |
| 3. He trained under former UFC Champion Khabib Nurmagomedov. | |
| 4. He vacated the Lightweight title to move up to Welterweight. | |
| 5. He is often compared to Khabib Nurmagomedov due to similar fighting styles. |