Islam Makhachev

Islam Makhachev

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Heard in 4 episodes across 3 shows since Aug 2026

Islam Makhachev is a professional mixed martial artist who competes in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). He is scheduled to headline UFC 330 in a highly anticipated matchup against Ian Machado Garry.

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Episodes

4
across 3 shows

First heard

Aug 2026

Expert statements

5
3 positive

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What others have said about Islam Makhachev

5 statements · 3 positive · 2 mixed

  1. Khabib NurmagomedovMixedAug 12, 2026· Lex Fridman Podcast

    Islam Makhachev has a chance to become MMA’s greatest, but his window is narrowing.

    “Islam has a chance, but time is starting to run out a little.”

    Listen at 2:22:43

    Open the episode · #500 – Khabib Nurmagomedov: Dagestan, MMA, UFC, Islam, Conor, Fedor & Football
  2. Joe RoganPositiveAug 11, 2026· The Joe Rogan Experience: Protect Our Parks

    Islam Makhachev currently has elite-level grappling.

    “Islam's grappling right now is at the top of the food chain.”

    Listen at 1:12:40

    Open the episode · JRE MMA Show #184 with Aljamain Sterling
  3. Joe RoganMixedAug 11, 2026· The Joe Rogan Experience: Protect Our Parks

    Islam Makhachev may retire and coach after submitting Ian Garry.

    “If he beats Ian, if he submits Ian and says, I've had enough, I'm going to do what Khabib did and I'm going to coach.”

    Listen at 2:16:13

    Open the episode · JRE MMA Show #184 with Aljamain Sterling
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Episodes

4 episodes featuring Islam Makhachev, newest first

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