UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev has admitted there’s a possibility of him fighting Belal Muhammad next after UFC 311, and that it’s more likely than him facing Ilia Topuria.
Right now, Islam Makhachev is easily one of the most impressive fighters in mixed martial arts. He is the reigning king of the lightweights in the Ultimate Fighting Championship, and at UFC 311 next weekend, he’ll attempt to prove that once again when he defends his belt against Arman Tsarukyan.
Of course, given Islam Makhachev’s position as one of the pound for pound best fighters in the world, it makes sense that a lot of fans and pundits are already looking ahead to what else he could achieve.