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Islam Makhachev

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Makhachev Prepares to Close Distance on Taller, Mobile Ian Garry at UFC 330

His team is using a PFL champion as a stylistic sparring stand‑in to rehearse the pressure and takedowns that could decide the title defense.

Islam Makhachev Says Next Opponent Is Set Verbally as Camp Begins

Mike Swick Says Abdulmanap Kept Khabib’s Camp Out of Thailand, Names Islam as His Toughest Sparring Partner

Makhachev vs. Della Maddalena Sets Up Striker–Grappler Test at UFC 322 in New York

Javier Mendez Calls Ilia Topuria MMA’s Best Boxer, Flags Kicking as His Weak Spot

Leon Edwards Targets November UFC Return at Madison Square Garden

Khabib Nurmagomedov Confirms Makhachev vs. Della Maddalena for UFC 322 at Madison Square Garden

Khabib Picks Jack Della Maddalena as Islam Makhachev’s Toughest Test in Welterweight Debut