Islam Makhachev was robbed while traveling in Italy. Thieves stole his luggage, which included soccer boots belonging to Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. Makhachev's passport was also stolen during the incident, though it was later returned to him. The post does not provide details about when the robbery occurred or the circumstances surrounding the theft. No information is given about whether authorities are investigating or if any other items were recovered beyond the passport.
UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev had an unwelcome experience during a trip to Italy, where thieves stole his luggage and passport. Among the stolen items were soccer boots belonging to Kvaratskhelia, a detail Makhachev himself shared publicly. His passport was subsequently returned to him, though no further details about the circumstances of the theft or any recovery of other items have been provided.
Makhachev, 34, currently sits atop the welterweight division as champion and holds the number-one pound-for-pound ranking in the sport. The Russian fighter, who trains out of Eagles MMA, carries an impressive 28-1-0 record and is widely regarded as one of the most complete mixed martial artists competing today. Standing five-foot-ten with a 70-inch reach, the southpaw is known for his elite grappling, averaging 3.2 takedowns per 15 minutes, while also posting a striking accuracy of 58 percent and 2.63 significant strikes landed per minute.
Why it matters
- The incident is a personal off-the-clock story involving one of the sport's top pound-for-pound fighters
- No competition timeline or training disruptions have been reported in connection with the robbery
- The passport was recovered, suggesting no major travel complications for the champion
