Islam Makhachev's recent victories in the UFC Lightweight division have solidified his position as the top fighter in the division. After a successful defense of his lightweight crown at UFC 294, Makhachev's dominance is unquestionable. With wins over top contenders like Alexander Volkanovski and Charles Oliveira, Makhachev has proven himself as the best MMA fighter in the world. The question now remains: who can challenge Makhachev's reign? While Justin Gaethje and Charles Oliveira have expressed interest in a rematch, Makhachev remains open to whoever the UFC chooses as his next opponent. Despite comparisons to his mentor Khabib Nurmagomedov, Makhachev is determined to create his own legacy in the sport. As the unanimous No. 1 fighter in the MMA Pound-for-Pound rankings, Makhachev's star continues to rise, and the UFC Lightweight division eagerly awaits his next move.
Anatomy of UFC 294: Before and after the Madness - Finale https://t.co/csZj3BwXaT #UFC294 #anatomyofafighter https://t.co/rmbYPlteOu
Updated #UFC W FlyW Rankings https://t.co/jll35Iv2KO
Updated #UFC MW Rankings Khamzat enters the MW rankings at #9. https://t.co/sjk5tAxv0D
Updated #UFC WW Rankings Khamzat out of the WW rankings. https://t.co/gffgRnjCQ7
Updated #UFC FlyW Rankings https://t.co/cxkZUhyYAs
Updated #UFC Men's Pound-For-Pound Top Rank Islam Makhachev moves up to #2. https://t.co/cNJpvZEzAu
Khamzat Chimaev enters the UFC middleweight rankings at #9 per @JohnMorgan_MMA too low? https://t.co/fzhNKdhYcD
Oliveira or Gaethje? Who is next for UFC champ Islam Makhachev? @MikeBohn makes a case for the best option after #UFC294. https://t.co/ZpL5igfFNM
"All respect to Islam and his team. On to the next!" Alex Volkanovski 🤝 Islam Makhachev https://t.co/otudVx9ipr
“I think [Islam Makhachev] would have dominated Oliveira just the same. Oliveira beat me, MMA math doesn’t work. Justin Gaethje thinks he should be the next fight for Islam Makhachev via @espn https://t.co/aJX01foDXh
Monday Mailbag: UFC 294 fallout and where Alexander Volkanovski goes from here https://t.co/irm381cW69
Islam Makhachev vs. Justin Gathje is the next UFC Lightweight title fight to make, agree or disagree? @MAKHACHEVMMA | @Justin_Gaethje https://t.co/2cmaQspDtI
Islam Makhachev: If Alexander Volkanovski is smart, he’ll take time off after brutal UFC 294 loss https://t.co/36DSzuj7zm
“All respect to Islam and his team. On to the next” Alex Volkanovski and Islam Makhachev hanging out after UFC 294 https://t.co/2fGebTe0ra
Islam Makhachev claims the top spot in MMA Fighting's latest P4P rankings 👑 📰 https://t.co/QzYKMM2ykM https://t.co/mp4gr9psTd
On To the Next One: What’s next for Islam Makhachev, Khamzat Chimaev after UFC 294? https://t.co/tfG2phiMsK
MMA Pound-for-Pound Rankings: Islam Makhachev reigns supreme as unanimous No. 1 fighter https://t.co/mzxOkKUH4t
What's Next For Volkanovski and Usman? https://t.co/JFqOhDSHpO
Islam Makhachev's next opponent may have already been decided More here 👇 https://t.co/P64Pb08vgf
Dana White has preferred opponent for Islam Makhachev after UFC title defence Read more 👇 https://t.co/P64Pb07XqH
5 biggest takeaways from UFC 294: Will Khamzat Chimaev make light work of Sean Strickland? https://t.co/ofzYo97Ybi https://t.co/e6oMwLQcuj
Sean Shelby's Shoes: What's next for Alexander Volkanovski after UFC 294 title fight loss? https://t.co/7GSnHUMg0I https://t.co/U7gkdAnvtI
Jon Jones and Islam Makhachev with the 🤫 https://t.co/703h5CaEiP
UFC 294 video: Alexander Volkanovski, Islam Makhachev share candid backstage moment https://t.co/3MSAZYhYpI
ICYMI: See what Dana White had to say about Islam Makhachev's victory over Alexander Volkanovski. Read here ➡️: https://t.co/doW9jvimk0 https://t.co/doW9jvimk0
Sorry, Justin Gaethje, but UFC CEO Dana White is leaning toward rescheduling Islam Makhachev vs. Charles Oliveira after #UFC294. https://t.co/SL9Zi4Gi5E
Justin Gaethje states case for next title shot, claims Islam Makhachev would easily beat Charles Oliveira again https://t.co/NNlaTVvLCp
"That is a P4P #1 performance from Islam Makhachev" 🏆 @AdamCatterall, @CarolinePearce and @Peety_Editor review @MAKHACHEVMMA's stellar defence of his lightweight crown in Abu Dhabi... #UFC294 https://t.co/uLSpBYlYco
UFC Lightweight Champion, Islam Makhachev, expresses solidarity with #Palestine. https://t.co/arYd9WPWdo
Islam Makhachev thinks rematching Charles Oliveira isn't a "good idea" but will accept whoever UFC chooses between him and Justin Gaethje. https://t.co/vZgWq3eFNS
Dana White explains why he doesn’t believe Islam Makhachev lives in Khabib Nurmagomedov’s shadow https://t.co/xlXJANdI9s
Dana White has preferred opponent for Islam Makhachev after UFC title defence Read more 👇 https://t.co/P64Pb08vgf
UFC 294: 7 biggest takeaways from a wild (and very bizarre) night in Abu Dhabi https://t.co/65xiI7CoVH
Alexander Volkanovski explains struggle ‘to pull the trigger’ in Islam Makhachev rematch https://t.co/gKXIyebokM
Makhachev vs. Oliveira 2? ‘I Don’t Think It’s A Good Idea’ https://t.co/Lgzp9zUbn8
Biggest Winners, Loser From UFC 294 https://t.co/DEzk43AY7k
Who can beat the "best MMA fighter in the world" Islam Makhachev? 🤔 Full story: https://t.co/QMiJBqtVM9 https://t.co/8nLi5qrilI
Conor McGregor accuses Islam Makhachev of landing illegal punches during against Alexander Volkanovski Full story 👇 https://t.co/xfTuk1HzXD
Islam Makhachev brutally knocks out Alexander Volkanovski in the first round at UFC 294 Full story 👇 https://t.co/45qc2bYV3Q