UFC welterweight champ Islam Makhachev has dropped some hints as he waits for his next title defense to be announced.

Islam Makhachev’s return is imminent and all signs point to him defending his welterweight title this August against Ian Machado Garry. The UFC champion made an appearance at this past weekend’s Champions League final in Budapest,

Islam Makhachev doesn't hesitate to give credit where it's due. Ilia Topuria will look to defend his lightweight title against Justin Gaethje at UFC Freedom 250 on June 14 at the White House. While Makhachev believes Gaethje still has a chance,

One of the worst kept secrets in MMA is that two-weight world champion Makhachev is returning to the octagon at UFC 330. He is expected to face either Michael Morales or Ian Machado Garry, after both men turned in impressive runs to earn a shot at the belt.

Islam Makhachev will be keeping a close eye on the UFC Freedom 250 main event. There was discussion about a superfight between Makhachev (28-1 MMA, 17-1 UFC) and Ilia Topuria for the June 14 event at the White House in Washington – but ultimately the bout didn't materialize.

Islam Makhachev creates unforgettable memory for cancer-fighting fan, showing compassion beyond his achievements inside the octagon.

UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev reached out to a fan battling cancer through a FaceTime call that was later posted to social media. Sherdog reports that the exchange between the Dagestani titleholder and the supporter appeared in a post that drew attention across MMA circles this week.