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Islam Makhachev Needs One More Victory To Reach UFC History
Islam Makhachev may have cemented himself as the greatest lightweight of all time, but there’s still more work to be done for the reigning, defending UFC champion.
On Saturday night in L.A, Makhachev shattered Khabib Nurmagomedov’s record for most title defenses in the weight class, notching title defense #4 against Renato Moicano in the main event of UFC 311. Makhachev was originally set to face former foe Arman Tsarukyan, the matchup cancelled a a day prior due to injury.
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With two wins over Alexander Volkanovski and a submission of Dustin Poirier, Makhachev captured yet another D’arce choke on Moicano – bringing up the champion’s win streak to an astonishing 15, the longest active win streak in the promotion today.
His only pro loss a first-round knockout to Adriano Martins a decade ago, the 27-1 Islam Makhachev is one more win away from another UFC record belonging to Anderson Silva. The former UFC middleweight champion made history with his 16-fight win streak from 2006 to 2012, a record fighters have only dreamed about breaking.
Should Makhachev win his next fight, he’ll tie Anderson Silva for the longest winning streak with a chance to surpass “The Spider”, one of the greatest martial artists in the sport’s history, later on.
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Silva fought across two weight classes back then, mainly defending his middleweight title whereas Makhachev has stayed at lightweight, dominating everybody put him in front of him for the last 10 years.
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Islam Makhachev, the rising star in the UFC lightweight division, is just one victory away from making history in the promotion. With an impressive record of 20 wins and only one loss, Makhachev has been on a tear in the octagon, showcasing his dominant grappling skills and striking abilities.
If Makhachev can secure one more victory in his next fight, he will join an elite group of fighters who have achieved an eight-fight win streak in the UFC lightweight division. This milestone would solidify his status as a top contender in the division and set him on a path towards a title shot.
Makhachev has already proven himself to be a formidable force in the lightweight division, with victories over top-ranked opponents such as Drew Dober, Thiago Moises, and Dan Hooker. His combination of technical skill, physical strength, and relentless pressure make him a nightmare matchup for anyone in the division.
As Makhachev prepares for his next fight, fans and analysts alike are eagerly anticipating the opportunity to witness history in the making. With his potential to become a future champion in the UFC, all eyes will be on Makhachev as he looks to secure that pivotal eighth victory and etch his name in the history books.
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