Islam Makhachev was robbed during a trip to Italy, with thieves stealing his luggage. Among the stolen items were football boots belonging to Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, the Georgian football star. The thieves also took Makhachev's passport, which was later returned to him. The incident occurred while the UFC lightweight champion was traveling in Italy. No further details about the circumstances of the theft or recovery efforts were provided in the post.
UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev had his luggage stolen during a visit to Italy, with the haul including a passport and a pair of football boots belonging to PSG star Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.
Makhachev, 34, is the reigning UFC lightweight champion and holds the number-one pound-for-pound ranking. The Russian fighter, who trains out of Eagles MMA, carries a professional record of 28 wins and 1 loss and is widely regarded as one of the most complete mixed martial artists in the world. Known for his elite grappling, he averages 3.2 takedowns per 15 minutes and posts a striking accuracy of 58 percent.
The theft occurred while Makhachev was traveling in Italy, though no details about the specific location or circumstances have been confirmed. Among the stolen items were Kvaratskhelia's boots, suggesting the champion had recently crossed paths with the Georgian football star. Makhachev's passport was also taken during the incident but was subsequently returned to him. No further information has been provided about how the passport was recovered or whether any arrests were made in connection with the theft.
Why it matters
- Makhachev is the sport's top pound-for-pound fighter, making any incident involving him newsworthy beyond the MMA world.
- The presence of Kvaratskhelia's boots among the stolen items points to a meeting between two of their respective sports' biggest current stars.
- The recovery of the passport suggests some form of intervention, though the full circumstances remain unclear.
