Islam Makhachev begins camp for July-August bout, opponent TBD

Islam Makhachev has started his training camp for an anticipated fight scheduled for July or August, according to Shamil Zavurov in an interview with Ushatayka. The lightweight champion's opponent has not yet been officially determined, though Zavurov suggested that negotiations are ongoing internally. The timeline indicates Makhachev is preparing for a summer return to the octagon. No specific event or opponent has been announced by the UFC at this time.