Islam Makhachev confirms he has started training camp for next fight

Islam Makhachev has confirmed that he has begun preparations for his next bout, though no opponent or date has been officially announced. The lightweight champion's training camp confirmation indicates a return to action is being planned. No further details about timing, opponent, or location were provided in the statement. Meanwhile, in related news, Artur Vakhitov, who last defeated Alex Pereira in kickboxing and is currently helping Ciryl Gane prepare, claimed that Pereira will lose because he has gained too much muscle mass. Additionally, Jiří Procházka responded to accusations from Alexander Ulberg by dismissing him as a former stripper.