Islam Makhachev continues hinting at July return to competition

Islam Makhachev has continued to drop hints about a potential return to the octagon in July. The lightweight champion has been posting content suggesting he is targeting a summer comeback. While no official announcement has been made regarding opponent or specific event, the repeated social media activity points to active fight planning for mid-2026. This aligns with previous reports about Makhachev beginning training camp. Dana White also shared construction photos from the upcoming event at the White House. Details about Makhachev's specific plans remain unofficial.