How Many Title Defences Does Islam Makhachev Has?

Russian MMA superstar Islam Makhachev is one of the biggest stars in the UFC today. His elite wrestling and grappling skills made him a top choice on the MMA odds board whenever they are available at BetMGM’s online sportsbook.

The former UFC lightweight champion is considered the most decorated fighter in the history of the weight class due to his successful title defences. But how many challengers did he turn back to retain the UFC gold? Find out below.

How Many Title Defences Does Islam Makhachev Has?

Overall, Makhachev has five UFC title defences across two weight divisions.

Makhachev had four title defences of the UFC lightweight title before he vacated the championship and decided to move up in the welterweight division.

In his reign as the undisputed lightweight king, Makhachev fended off the challenges from Alexander Volkanovski (twice), Dustin Poirier, and Renato Moicano.

Now, he’s fresh off a successful defence of his UFC welterweight title against Ian Machado Garry in the main event of UFC 330 on Aug. 15 at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia.

Where Does Islam Makhachev Rank?

Makhachev is ranked as the No. 1 pound-for-pound fighter in the world right now after securing his first welterweight title defence.

What Weight Does Islam Makhachev Fight At?

Makhachev previously competed in the lightweight division or the 155-pound weight class. But now, he reigns and competes in the 170-pound division.

Who Did Islam Makhachev Lose To?

Makhachev’s only loss in his professional career was courtesy of Adriano Martins, who scored a first-round TKO win against him in October 2015 at UFC 192.

It was a debatable call for the referee to stop the match as Makhachev was still conscious, but he was caught with a solid right-hand straight punch that floored him.

How Tall Is Islam Makhachev?

Makhachev’s height is 5-foot-10 or 1.78 meters.