Islam Makhachev Quick Info | |
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Height | 5 ft 10 in |
Weight | 70 kg |
Date of Birth | September 27, 1991 |
Zodiac Sign | Libra |
Eye Color | Green |
Islam Makhachev is a Russian professional mixed martial artist and former combat sambo competitor who began competing in the lightweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), in 2015. As of November of 2021, he was ranked number 4 in the UFC lightweight rankings. As of November of 2021, he had amassed an incredible 21-1 win-loss record in his professional mixed martial arts career. Before joining UFC in 2015, he had put together an undefeated winning streak of 11–0 and was unbeaten in more than 4 years competing in promotions such as Tsumada Fighting Championship, M-1 Selection Ukraine, ProFC: Union Nation Cup, Siberian Fighting Championship, Lion’s Fights, and M-1 Challenge. Other than 1 bout of these 11, which was held in Ukraine, the rest had all taken place in Russia.
Born Name
Islam Ramazanovich Makhachev
Nick Name
Islam

Sun Sign
Libra
Born Place
Makhachkala, Republic of Dagestan, Russia
Residence
Makhachkala, Republic of Dagestan, Russia
Nationality
Occupation
Professional Mixed Martial Artist, Combat Sambo Competitor (Retired)

Weight(s)
Lightweight
Stance
Southpaw
Reach
5 ft 10 in or 178 cm
Build
Athletic
Height
5 ft 10 in or 178 cm
Weight
70 kg or 154.5 lbs

Girlfriend / Spouse
Islam Makhachev reportedly got married on April 8, 2021, in a ceremony in Makhachkala, Dagestan. It had also been reported that the ceremony was conducted in a hotel with hundreds of guests present. However, as it is forbidden in his culture to reveal the face of the bride, not much information is available about her in the public domain.
Race / Ethnicity
White
He is of Lak (a Northeast Caucasian ethnic group native to an inland region known as Lakia within Dagestan) descent.
Hair Color
Dark Brown
Eye Color
Green
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
- Toned physique
- Short-cropped hair
- Sports a thick beard
- Affable smile
Religion
Islam

Islam Makhachev Facts
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