Islam Makhachev Discusses Retirement Plans Ahead of Upcoming Fight

Islam Makhachev, the UFC welterweight champion, has indicated that his upcoming fight will likely be among the last of his career. The 35-year-old fighter recently defended his title against Ian Machado Garry, marking his 17th consecutive victory in the UFC.

Makhachev, a former lightweight champion, has set his sights on proving his dominance by challenging the winner of the interim welterweight title match between Brazil's Carlos Prates and Ecuador's Michael Morales, scheduled for January 30 at UFC 336. UFC president Dana White noted that Makhachev initially planned to defend his title against Prates in January but chose to postpone until after Ramadan.

With a record of 29 wins out of 30 fights, Makhachev is considered one of the greatest fighters in UFC history. Prates has achieved three consecutive knockout victories, while Morales remains undefeated with 19 wins.