Islam Makhachev begins training camp for July-August fight

Islam Makhachev has started his training camp for an upcoming bout tentatively scheduled for July or August, according to Shamil Zavurov in an interview with Ushatayka. The opponent has not yet been determined, though Zavurov believes internal negotiations are already underway. The lightweight champion is preparing despite no official announcement of his next fight. Zavurov expects the opponent to be revealed soon as discussions progress behind the scenes.