AthleticPulse24

Chairman of the Board: Fatma Al-Far

Editor-in-Chief: Ayman Badra

World Sports

Islam Makhachev Hints at Impending Retirement

Islam Makhachev Hints at Impending Retirement
World Sports · 17:22:24 - Saturday, 31 October 2026

UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev has suggested his fighting career may be approaching its conclusion, stating that his next bout could be one of his last.

The Russian fighter made the comments in a recent interview, indicating he is nearing the end of his professional mixed martial arts journey. Makhachev, who has dominated the 155-pound division, did not specify a timeline for his potential departure from the sport.

Share this article: