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UFC Champion Islam Makhachev Confirms Retirement Plans

UFC Champion Islam Makhachev Confirms Retirement Plans
World Sports · 18:11:56 - Tuesday, 3 November 2026

UFC two-division champion Islam Makhachev has announced his intention to retire from mixed martial arts.

The confirmation came on October 30, 2026.

Makhachev, who holds titles in two weight classes, did not specify a timeline for his departure.

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