Islam Makhachev appears ready to make his move. With the welterweight belt changing hands, the reigning UFC lightweight champion seems prepared to step up in weight and chase double-champ status. Islam Makhachev Eyes Double-Champ Status After Welterweight Shake-Up at UFC 315 Makhachev had been rumored for a lightweight title defense against Ilia Topuria at UFC 317,

Islam Makhachev eyes a second UFC belt, showing no signs of slowing down despite Belal Muhammad’s recent defeat shaking his camp.

Jack Della Maddalena is the new UFC welterweight champion after beating Belal Muhammad in a sensational war of attrition at UFC 315 on Saturday night in Montreal.