Islam Makhachev has begun his training camp for an upcoming fight tentatively scheduled for July or August, according to Shamil Zavurov in an interview with Ushatayka. Zavurov stated that Makhachev is already preparing for the bout, though an opponent has not yet been determined. He believes negotiations are underway internally but have not been publicly announced. The timeline suggests Makhachev will return to action relatively soon, though specific details remain undisclosed.






