Islam Makhachev Denies Retirement Rumors Ahead
Makhachev's denial of retirement rumors has sent a wave of excitement through the MMA community, with fans eagerly anticipating his upcoming fight against Jack Della Maddalena and his move to the welterweight division, as the pound-for-pound best fighter continues to make his mark on the sport.

Islam Makhachev, the current pound-for-pound best fighter in MMA, has denied rumors of retirement after his coach, Javier Mendez, suggested he may have only three fights left in his career. Makhachev and his manager, Ali Abdelaziz, have both taken to social media to dismiss the claims, with Makhachev stating "everything is just beginning".
This news has calmed concerns among MMA fans, who were worried about the prospect of Makhachev leaving the sport prematurely. Makhachev's decision to continue fighting has been met with excitement and anticipation, as he is set to make his highly anticipated move up to the welterweight division later this year. The move is expected to bring new challenges and opportunities for the fighter, who has already made a name for himself in the lightweight division.
Makhachev's upcoming fight against Jack Della Maddalena is highly anticipated and could be the biggest fight of 2025. The matchup is expected to be a thrilling contest between two of the sport's top fighters, and fans are eagerly awaiting the opportunity to see Makhachev in action. With his retirement rumors put to rest, Makhachev can now focus on his training and preparation for the upcoming fight.
As the MMA world looks forward to Makhachev's next move, one thing is certain - the fighter is not going anywhere anytime soon. With his sights set on the welterweight division and a highly anticipated fight on the horizon, Makhachev is ready to take on new challenges and continue his dominance in the sport.