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Islam Makhachev rejects Khabib Retirement path, eyes more UFC wins

Islam Makhachev has no intention of following Khabib Nurmagomedov 's footsteps and retiring early. Nurmagomedov retired at the age of 32 as the undefeated and undisputed Ultimate Fighting Championship lightweight champion. Makhachev then surpassed his mentor’s accomplishments at 155 pounds before claiming gold at 170 pounds.

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