Islam Makhachev won’t be afraid to put hands on his children.
After dominating the lightweight division for a decade, Makhachev will look to etch his name in the history books at UFC 322 this Saturday night when he challenges reigning welterweight champion Jack Della Maddalena in one of the most anticipated title tilts of 2025.
Coached by another former lightweight champion, Khabib Nurmagomedov, Makhachev’s way of life remains rooted in his Dagestani heritage, where faith and tradition run deep.
While Makhachev remains focused on his combat sports career, he recently offered some insight into his youth and how he plans to buck modern parenting trends as his three children (a daughter and two sons) grow older.