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 negotiations are already underway at full speed internally. The UFC has not made any official announcement about the fight yet. Makhachev is preparing for what would be his next lightweight title defense. The exact date and opponent remain unconfirmed pending official UFC announcement.