Kamaru Usman, Islam Makhachev and UFC
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Kamaru Usman is all for Islam Makhachev's move up to the UFC welterweight division. Makhachev (27-1 MMA, 16-1 UFC) vacated his UFC lightweight title and will get an immediate title shot against newly crowned welterweight champion Jack Della Maddalena later in the year.
Kamaru Usman dominates Joaquin Buckley at UFC Atlanta, dismisses Belal Muhammad’s callout, and targets the welterweight title next.
Kamaru Usman would like the chance to fight Islam Makhachev before his career is up, as he believes it's a blockbuster fight.
UFC star says Islam Makhachev would easily dominate Joaquin Buckley, sparking debate among fans after Buckley’s recent performance.
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MMA Fighting on MSNRankings Shakeup: Kamaru Usman is back—but is he back in the welterweight top 5?Former welterweight champion Kamaru Usman scored his first win in since 2021 by knocking off top contender Joaquin Buckley at UFC Atlanta.
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SB Nation on MSNBelal Muhammad welcomes Kamaru Usman grudge match: ‘Pick the date, pick the time, the place’Belal Muhammad thinks it’s time for him and Kamaru Usman to settle the score. The longtime rivals could be set for a fight in the near future with Muhammad losing his welterweight title to Jack Della Maddalena at UFC 315 and Usman making a triumphant return to the division with a win over Joaquin Buckley at UFC Atlanta on Saturday.
Kamaru Usman hints at a mega fight with Islam Makhachev, calling it the perfect farewell moment for his career.
Kamaru Usman's ambitious UFC comeback plan faces harsh reality as he targets Buckley, Makhachev, and middleweight gold.