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Islam Makhachev

29-1-0ChampionWelterweight#1Men's Pound-for-Pound★ 6bonusesRussiaRussiaLast 5

Last fight: Win vs Ian Machado Garry · Unanimous Decision · Aug 15, 2026

29-1-0 · 18 finishes · Full stats →
LAST FIGHT
WINvs Ian Machado GarryUD · R5 5:00
UFCUFC 330: Makhachev vs Machado Garry·August 15, 2026

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CAREER SUMMARY

Islam Makhachev holds a professional MMA record of 29-1-0. Makhachev has won 29 fights: 5 by KO/TKO, 13 by submission, 11 by decision. Of 1 career loss, 1 came by KO/TKO and 0 by submission. In the UFC, Makhachev lands 2.27 significant strikes per minute with 58% accuracy and averages 3.22 takedowns per 15 minutes. Most recent fight: August 15, 2026. Tracked organizations: UFC.

Profile

Height
5'10"178 cm
Weight
170 lbs77 kg
Reach
70"178 cm
Stance
Southpaw
DOB
Oct 27, 1991
Age
35
Nationality
Russia
Birthplace
Makhachkala, Dagestan, Russia

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Career history

  1. WIN
    M-1 Challenge 51· Sep 7, 2014· Catchweight· 11-0 vs 25-22
    SUB
    R3 · 4:45
  2. WIN
    vs Yuri Ivlev
    M-1 Challenge 49· Jun 7, 2014· Lightweight· 10-0 vs 25-9
    SUB
    R1 · 3:11
  3. WIN
    vs Rander Junio
    M-1 Challenge 41· Aug 21, 2013· Lightweight· 9-0 vs 6-1
    UD
  4. WIN
    M-1 Challenge 38· Apr 9, 2013· Lightweight· 8-0 vs 8-2
    UD
  5. WIN
    vs Anatoly Kormilkin
    Lion's Fights 2· Sep 2, 2012· Lightweight· 7-0 vs 0-2
    SUB
    R1 · 3:17
  6. WIN
    vs Miguel Grigoryan
    Siberian Fighting Championship 1· Dec 15, 2011· Lightweight· 6-0 vs 7-1
    SUB
    R1 · 4:25
  7. WIN
    vs Vladimir Egoyan
    ProFC 29: Union Nation Cup (Stage 16)· Jul 2, 2011· Lightweight· 5-0 vs 3-1
    SD
  8. WIN
    vs Magomed Ibragimov
    Tsumada FC 5· Jul 1, 2011· Lightweight· 4-0 vs 1-2
    SUB
    R2 · 3:15
  9. WIN
    vs Martiros Grigoryan
    ProFC 28: Union Nation Cup (Stage 15)· May 6, 2011· Lightweight· 3-0 vs 0-3
    TKO
    R1 · 2:52
  10. WIN
    vs Tengiz Khuchua
    M-1· Feb 12, 2011· Lightweight· 2-0 vs 1-1
    TKO
    R1 · 0:30
  11. WIN
    vs Magomed Bekbolatov
    Tsumada FC 4· Aug 1, 2010· Lightweight· 1-0 vs 0-1
    UD

Title bout· ×N = title win number N in that promotion

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

BaseCombat SamboSamboFreestyle Wrestling
  • 2026Honored Master of Sport · Sambo
  • 2016Champion · Combat Sambo Worlds · -74 kg
  • 2016Champion · Russian Nationals · -74 kg
  • 2016International Master of Sport · Combat Sambo
  • 2014Champion · Russian Nationals · -74 kg
  • Champion · Dagestan Republic
  • Black belt · Judo
  • AGE 7Started in Taekwondo
  • Started in Sanda
  • Started in Freestyle Wrestling

Camp

  • American Kickboxing Academy · San Jose, United States
  • Eagles MMA · Dagestan, Russia
  • Fight Spirit Team · Dagestan, Russia

Coaches

  • Javier Mendez · Head coach
  • Khabib Nurmagomedov · Head coach
  • Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov · Head coach
  • Seyfula Magomedov · Head coach

Training partners

  • Khabib Nurmagomedov
  • Abubakar Nurmagomedov

Fight DNA

Pressure Wrestler

UFCalendar's style model · Welterweight roster (21 fighters)

PowerSpeedPrecisionDurabilityEngineWrestlingGround
Takedown Machine
98 · top 5% in division
Submission Threat
97 · best in division
Sniper
97 · top 14% in division
Punch power94
Kick power94
Punch speed95
Kick speed94
Accuracy97
Takedowns98
Ground striking97
Submissions97
Chin93
Body strength93
Cardio96

Attributes are rated 0-100 by UFCalendar's style model.

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 29-1-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed2.27per min
58% accuracy
Strikes absorbed1.42per min
61% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed3.22per 15 min
55% success
Takedowns stuffed91%
Submission attempts0.9per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 18-1-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed2.27per min
58% accuracy
Strikes absorbed1.42per min
61% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed3.22per 15 min
55% success
Takedowns stuffed91%
Submission attempts0.9per 15 min
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Where they rank

All-time boards where Islam Makhachev sits in the top 25.

Salary & career earnings

Disclosed purses, reported paydays and what we estimate Islam Makhachev earns per fight.

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Official UFC Ranking

Islam Makhachev's standing in the official UFC rankings, tracked since 2013.

Current
Champion Welterweight#1 Men's Pound-for-Pound
Meta rank
Champion Welterweight
Peak
Champion Lightweight
First ranked
Aug 29, 2018
Times ranked
318

Men's Pound-for-Pound

#1#5#10#152023202420252026Oct 24, 2022 · #3Nov 14, 2022 · #2Mar 7, 2023 · #3Oct 24, 2023 · #2Nov 7, 2023 · #1Jul 1, 2025 · #2Nov 18, 2025 · #1Nov 10, 2026 · #1#1

Lightweight

C#5#10#152019202120232025Aug 29, 2018 · #15Sep 12, 2018 · #15Jan 1, 2019 · #15Apr 22, 2019 · #15May 13, 2019 · #13May 21, 2019 · #14Jul 22, 2019 · #15Sep 9, 2019 · #14Oct 14, 2019 · #15Jan 20, 2020 · #14May 11, 2020 · #13May 19, 2020 · #12Jun 2, 2020 · #13Jun 29, 2020 · #11Aug 17, 2020 · #12Nov 16, 2020 · #13Jan 25, 2021 · #14Mar 8, 2021 · #11May 10, 2021 · #10May 24, 2021 · #9Jul 19, 2021 · #5Nov 2, 2021 · #4Feb 28, 2022 · #3May 9, 2022 · #4Oct 24, 2022 · CJul 1, 2025 · #1Nov 11, 2025 · #1#1

Welterweight

C#5#10#152026Nov 18, 2025 · CNov 10, 2026 · CC

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1988▲13
Peak
1988Aug 15, 2026
Rated fights
30
1500165018001950201120142017202020232026Aug 1, 2010 · 1528Feb 12, 2011 · 1585May 6, 2011 · 1610Jul 1, 2011 · 1637Jul 2, 2011 · 1649Dec 15, 2011 · 1683Sep 2, 2012 · 1694Apr 9, 2013 · 1717Aug 21, 2013 · 1735Jun 7, 2014 · 1762Sep 7, 2014 · 1779May 23, 2015 · 1807Oct 3, 2015 · 1767Sep 18, 2016 · 1789Feb 12, 2017 · 1811Jan 21, 2018 · 1832Jul 28, 2018 · 1845Apr 20, 2019 · 1866Sep 7, 2019 · 1874Mar 7, 2021 · 1833Jul 18, 2021 · 1848Oct 30, 2021 · 1860Feb 27, 2022 · 1872Oct 22, 2022 · 1897Feb 12, 2023 · 1913Oct 21, 2023 · 1934Jun 2, 2024 · 1953Jan 19, 2025 · 1964Nov 16, 2025 · 1975Aug 15, 2026 · 19881988

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Frequently asked questions

When does Islam Makhachev fight next?

Islam Makhachev has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Islam Makhachev's record?

Islam Makhachev's professional MMA record is 29-1-0.

Who is Islam Makhachev fighting next?

Islam Makhachev's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Islam Makhachev fight last?

Islam Makhachev most recently fought Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330: Makhachev vs Machado Garry on Saturday, August 15, 2026, WIN (Unanimous Decision).

What weight class does Islam Makhachev fight in?

Islam Makhachev fights at Welterweight.

Is Islam Makhachev ranked in the UFC?

Islam Makhachev is the current UFC Welterweight champion.

How many knockouts does Islam Makhachev have?

Islam Makhachev has 5 wins by KO/TKO and 13 wins by submission.

How many UFC bonuses has Islam Makhachev won?

Islam Makhachev has won 6 UFC post-fight bonuses: 3× Fight of the Night, 3× Performance of the Night.

How tall is Islam Makhachev?

Islam Makhachev is 5'10" (178 cm) tall.

How much does Islam Makhachev weigh?

Islam Makhachev weighs 170 lbs (77 kg).

What is Islam Makhachev's reach?

Islam Makhachev has a reach of 70" (178 cm).

How old is Islam Makhachev?

Islam Makhachev is 35 years old (born Oct 27, 1991).

Where is Islam Makhachev from?

Islam Makhachev is from Russia.

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