Islam Makhachev is cementing an incredible legacy, but there’s still a plethora of fighters who’d make for fantastic match-ups, with his coach, Javier Mendez, revealing who he’d like the Russian to take on next. The esteemed trainer has played a massive part in building the warrior into the animal he is today.

Arman Tsarukyan has received words of support from UFC champion Islam Makhachev's coach Javier Mendez following his withdrawal from UFC 311.

This story has now been updated to reflect the addition of Renato Moicano to the main card. One of MMA's biggest stars, Islam Makhachev, is about to ignite the year with a fight against Renato Moicano.

It’s not often that fans are privy to the official payouts from UFC events, but that’s one of the advantages of the promotion making a stop in Los Angeles, Ca.

Islam Makhachev retains the lightweight title with a first-round submission win. Here are all of the results and best highlights from UFC 311.

Islam Makhachev is not only the best fighter in the world, he's also the most accomplished lightweight champion in UFC history.

Islam Makhachev weighed 178 pounds the night of his UFC 311 victory Saturday — one day after registering at 154.5 pounds — when he submitted Renato Moicano in the first round, according to data obtained by The Post from the California State Athletic Commission (CSAC).

UFC President Dana White announced Friday that Islam Makhachev will defend the UFC lightweight title against Renato Moicano at UFC 311 on Saturday

After making short work of Renato Moicano Saturday night at UFC 311, Islam Makhachev is already targeting who he wants to defend his belt against next.

Islam Makhachev cemented his place in UFC history Saturday night at UFC 311, submitting late replacement Renato Moicano.