Islam Makhachev has started his training camp for an upcoming fight tentatively scheduled for July or August 2026. This information was shared by Shamil Zavurov in an interview with Ushatayka. The opponent has not yet been determined publicly, though Zavurov believes negotiations are already underway internally. Makhachev, the UFC lightweight champion, is expected to defend his title in the summer. The exact date and opponent announcement is pending official confirmation from the UFC.
