Champion
Record29-1-0
Streak17 Wins
Height5' 10"
Weight77 kg
Reach70.5"
Age34
Performance
91
Global score
Grappler
Elo rating 1737 (Peak 1737)
Strengths
- Strikes absorbed/min97
- Control/round95
- Strike defense91
- Striking accuracy90
- Takedown defense88
Weaknesses
- Distance striking13
- Sig. strikes/min18
- Leg strikes21
- Body strikes62
- Finish rate70
Advanced Statistics
Striking accuracy
Strike defense
Takedown defense
Finish rate
Sig. strikes/min
2.3
Strikes absorbed/min
1.4
Takedowns/15min
3.2
Control/round
2:33
Sub attempts/15min
0.9
Takedown accuracy
54.5%
Updated on 10/18/2026
Summary
Islam Makhachev is a Welterweight MMA fighter with a record of 29-1-0. 34 years old. Currently ranked #C in the UFC. Represents Russia. Current streak: 17 Wins.
Archetype
The Submission Specialist
Regularly submits opponents on the ground. A grappling expert.
How does Islam Makhachev win his fights?
KO5
SUB13
DEC11
