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welterweight title

Carlos Prates Says Islam Makhachev ‘Chickened Out’ of UFC Fight

Nov 2, 2026 @ 8:35pm
Combat Sports > MMA > UFC
Heavy

Carlos Prates says that UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev “chickened out” of fighting him at UFC 336.The UFC tried to book Prates against Makhachev in the main event of UFC 336 for the undisputed welterweight title, but Makhachev declined the fight. Instead, the promotion booked Prates against Michael Morales for the interim UFC welterweight title.Carlos […] The post Carlos Prates Says Islam Makhachev ‘Chickened Out’ of UFC Fight appeared first on HEAVY.

Read moreCarlos Prates Says Islam Makhachev ‘Chickened Out’ of UFC Fight

"You're Gonna Need Those Lungs": Michael Morales Warns Carlos Prates Ahead of UFC 336

Oct 27, 2026 @ 1:53pm
Combat Sports > MMA
Athlon Sports

With the interim welterweight title on the line at UFC 336, Michael Morales is done playing games. He is promising to push Carlos Prates—and his infamous smoking habit—to the absolute limit inside the Octagon.

Read more"You're Gonna Need Those Lungs": Michael Morales Warns Carlos Prates Ahead of UFC 336

Islam Makhachev's Toronto Title Fight Is Off — And UFC 336 Suddenly Has No Main Event

Oct 23, 2026 @ 5:46pm
Combat Sports > MMA > UFC
Athlon Sports

The UFC is exploring other options for its Toronto main event after plans for Islam Makhachev to face Carlos Prates fell through

Read moreIslam Makhachev's Toronto Title Fight Is Off — And UFC 336 Suddenly Has No Main Event

Islam Makhachev reportedly out of planned UFC 336 main event with new options being explored

Oct 23, 2026 @ 1:27pm
Combat Sports > MMA > UFC
Bloody Elbow

Islam Makhachev’s desired January return is reportedly no longer happening. Makhachev said that he wanted to fight again in January or before the end of...

Read moreIslam Makhachev reportedly out of planned UFC 336 main event with new options being explored

Islam Makhachev vs Ian Machado Garry start time, undercard, how to watch UFC 330

Aug 15, 2026 @ 1:02pm
Combat Sports > MMA > UFC
Irish Star Sport

Islam Makhachev will defend his welterweight title for the first time against Ian Machado Garry during the main event of UFC 330 at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Read moreIslam Makhachev vs Ian Machado Garry start time, undercard, how to watch UFC 330

Kamaru Usman reacts to Colby Covington’s shock UFC retirement: ‘I don’t understand why’

May 21, 2026 @ 2:30pm
Combat Sports > MMA
Bloody Elbow

Usman is confused by Covington's retirement.

Read moreKamaru Usman reacts to Colby Covington’s shock UFC retirement: ‘I don’t understand why’

Once He Knew JDM Was Done, Carlos Prates Had One Goal: The $100K Bonus

May 2, 2026 @ 1:40pm
Combat Sports > MMA
Total Pro Sports

Carlos Prates revealed he targeted the $100K bonus once Jack Della Maddalena began fading, finishing the fight emphatically and boosting his welterweight title hopes.

Read moreOnce He Knew JDM Was Done, Carlos Prates Had One Goal: The $100K Bonus

Ian Garry Reveals Next Career Move After Defeating Islam Makhachev

May 2, 2026 @ 12:37pm
Combat Sports > MMA
Total Pro Sports

Ian Garry revealed interest in a rematch with Carlos Prates after facing Islam Makhachev, signaling unfinished business and future ambitions at welterweight.

Read moreIan Garry Reveals Next Career Move After Defeating Islam Makhachev

Ian Machado Garry mocks Jack Della Maddalena after he got dominated by Carlos Prates: ‘Had nothing’

May 2, 2026 @ 12:00pm
Combat Sports > MMA
Bloody Elbow

Ian Machado Garry watched on as Jack Della Maddalena failed to replicate his feat in Saturday’s UFC Perth main event. A man with whom the...

Read moreIan Machado Garry mocks Jack Della Maddalena after he got dominated by Carlos Prates: ‘Had nothing’

Carlos Prates Hails Islam Makhachev As GOAT, Points To Double Champ Run

Apr 29, 2026 @ 11:27am
Combat Sports > MMA
Total Pro Sports

Carlos Prates called Islam Makhachev the MMA GOAT, pointing to his double champion achievements and continued dominance as proof of his greatness.

Read moreCarlos Prates Hails Islam Makhachev As GOAT, Points To Double Champ Run

Jack Della Maddalena Says Beating Islam Makhachev in a Rematch Is Still His Biggest Goal

Apr 25, 2026 @ 8:09am
Combat Sports > MMA
Total Pro Sports

Jack Della Maddalena says his ultimate goal is rematching Islam Makhachev and proving he can make the right adjustments.

Read moreJack Della Maddalena Says Beating Islam Makhachev in a Rematch Is Still His Biggest Goal

Islam Makhachev puts emphasis on the UFC in response to Ian Machado Garry saying he turned fight down

Apr 24, 2026 @ 9:00pm
Combat Sports > MMA > UFC
Bloody Elbow

Islam Makhachev claims that he’s waiting for the phone to ring and confirm his next fight. Following the announcement of UFC 330 in August, it...

Read moreIslam Makhachev puts emphasis on the UFC in response to Ian Machado Garry saying he turned fight down

Ian Machado Garry Calls Out Islam Makhachev For August Fight Amid White House Card Chaos

Apr 8, 2026 @ 2:34am
Combat Sports > MMA
Total Pro Sports

Ian Machado Garry takes shot at Islam Makhachev, questioning injury claim and pushing for August fight amid ongoing UFC drama.

Read moreIan Machado Garry Calls Out Islam Makhachev For August Fight Amid White House Card Chaos

Islam Makhachev’s career is suffering as a result of his success, argues Chael Sonnen

Apr 2, 2026 @ 9:00am
Combat Sports > MMA
Bloody Elbow

Islam Makhachev is one of the most dominant forces the sport has ever seen. Dana White recently said that Makhachev will be back in August...

Read moreIslam Makhachev’s career is suffering as a result of his success, argues Chael Sonnen

Michael Morales Calls For Islam Makhachev Fight While Respecting His Legacy

Mar 31, 2026 @ 1:22pm
Combat Sports > MMA
Total Pro Sports

Michael Morales has expressed interest in fighting Islam Makhachev, making it clear that the challenge comes from admiration and respect for the lightweight king’s lasting legacy.

Read moreMichael Morales Calls For Islam Makhachev Fight While Respecting His Legacy

ESPN Commentator Backs Ian Garry as Next in Line for Islam Makhachev Superfight, Snubs Undefeated Contenders

Mar 28, 2026 @ 2:47am
Combat Sports > MMA
Total Pro Sports

Jon Anik believes Ian Machado Garry deserves next shot at Islam Makhachev, despite undefeated contenders like Michael Morales waiting in line.

Read moreESPN Commentator Backs Ian Garry as Next in Line for Islam Makhachev Superfight, Snubs Undefeated Contenders

Jack Della Maddalena puts loss to Islam Makhachev down to ‘laziness’ ahead of his UFC return

Mar 27, 2026 @ 11:00pm
Combat Sports > MMA > UFC
Bloody Elbow

Jack Della Maddalena knows what mistakes he must correct after being unseated from the welterweight throne in November 2025. The Australian did not enjoy a...

Read moreJack Della Maddalena puts loss to Islam Makhachev down to ‘laziness’ ahead of his UFC return

Team Khabib’s Manager Confirms Islam Makhachev’s Summer Fight Is Locked In Amid Injury Concerns

Mar 25, 2026 @ 10:28am
Combat Sports > MMA > UFC
Total Pro Sports

Team Khabib’s manager has confirmed Islam Makhachev’s summer fight is officially set, calming fans after recent injury concerns and speculation about potential delays in the lightweight champion’s return.

Read moreTeam Khabib’s Manager Confirms Islam Makhachev’s Summer Fight Is Locked In Amid Injury Concerns

Islam Makhachev’s manager reveals next fight is ‘a done deal’ and talks failed Ilia Topuria negotiations

Mar 25, 2026 @ 10:00am
Combat Sports > MMA > UFC
Bloody Elbow

Makhachev's return is imminent.

Read moreIslam Makhachev’s manager reveals next fight is ‘a done deal’ and talks failed Ilia Topuria negotiations

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