Joe Rogan isn't sure Islam Makhachev can handle welterweights with 'nuclear power'

Joe Rogan is curious to see how UFC champion Islam Makhachev handles the next crop of welterweight contenders. Makhachev (29-1 MMA, 18-1 UFC) notched his first title defense by outlasting Ian Machado Garry (17-2 MMA, 10-2 UFC) in Saturday's UFC 330 main event at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia.
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UFC Champion Islam Makhachev Teases Quick Turnaround After Ian Machado Garry Win

UFC Welterweight Champion Islam Makhachev turned in a technically sound performance against Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330 and is already looking ahead to his next opportunity. Makhachev has already made it clear that Carlos Prates is worthy of challenging ...
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Islam Makhachev Believes ‘Good Fighter’ Ilia Topuria Will Become Champion Again, But Is Unsure Of One Thing

Islam Makhachev believes Ilia Topuria will become a UFC champion again, but is unsure of one thing. Topuria, after dominating the featherweight division, laid hands on lightweight gold after a brutal KO win against Charles Oliveira at UFC 317 in June 2025.
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Islam Makhachev remarks on Justin Gaethje's uncertain future

Islam Makhachev believes Justin Gaethje has nothing left to prove after becoming UFC champion. Gaethje (28-5 MMA, 11-5 UFC) pulled off a stunning upset when he battered Ilia Topuria to claim the lightweight title at UFC Freedom 250. He became undisputed ...

Morning Report | Carlos Prates says UFC guaranteed him next title shot against Islam Makhachev, wants to ‘shock the world’

Carlos Prates says he's been promised the next shot at Islam Makhachev. On Saturday, Makhachev made history, becoming the first fighter to win 17 consecutive fights after taking a