Dan Hardy backs UFC welterweight champion Jack Della Maddalena against Islam Makhachev. Della Maddalena (18-2 MMA, 8-0 UFC) impressed Hardy in his title-winning performance against Belal Muhammad (24-4 MMA,

If UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev moves up to welterweight, he may end up fighting another former pound-for-pound No. 1.

Islam Makhachev holds the No. 1 spot in the UFC’s pound-for-pound rankings — and with good reason. His most recent win, at UFC 311 over Renato Moicano, made him the all-time leader in lightweight title defenses.

Former UFC champ shuts down rumors of Islam Makhachev wishing Belal Muhammad to lose, clarifying his true stance and intentions.

Jon Jones and Nate Diaz believe Islam Makhachev is still new to the sport and needs more title fights to be fully proven.

UFC Lightweight Champion Islam Makhachev finds himself embroiled in controversy following Jack Della Maddalena’s upset victory over Belal Muhammad at UFC 315. His interest in moving up to welterweight was not a secret.

Islam Makhachev addresses growing speculation, firmly reaffirming his commitment to defending the UFC lightweight title.