Islam Makhachev begins training camp for July-August fight

Islam Makhachev has started his training camp for an upcoming fight tentatively scheduled for July or August 2026. Shamil Zavurov revealed this information in an interview with Ushatayka, stating that the opponent has not yet been determined publicly. According to Zavurov, internal negotiations are already underway at full speed, but no official announcement has been made. Makhachev is the current UFC lightweight champion and this would be his next title defense. The exact date and opponent remain unconfirmed.