Islam Makhachev
UFC 2015–present · rated in 1 edition · peak overall 97.0
Scouting report
Stepping up to 170 pounds to chase dual-division champion immortality, Islam Makhachev brings the ultimate combat sambo blueprint to a physically imposing welterweight division. Liberated from a grueling lightweight weight cut, the Dagestani maestro utilizes explosive upper-body judo trips along the cage, suffocating top-wrist control, and laser-accurate southpaw check hooks to neutralize larger opposition. In 25-0 draft formats, his welterweight card serves as a premier tactical anchor—pairing an elite 98 Wrestling foundation and 96 Fight IQ with the strength reserve to drag heavy welterweights into deep, inescapable waters.
Peak ratings
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Islam Makhachev enters the pool on any spin landing on welterweight between 2025 and present. Spin, draft eight attributes, then simulate 25 fights.
Ratings shown are our own, built from independent research and from how Islam Makhachev is regarded by the MMA community, with the EA Sports UFC games used only as a starting baseline for the scale. They are unofficial and do not constitute an assessment of Islam Makhachev's real-world abilities. See the disclaimer below.