OREANDA-NEWS The Absolute Fighting Championship (UFC) has recognized Russian Islam Makhachev as the winner in the "Submissioner of the Year" nomination. The fact that the Russian became the author of the best reception is reported on the promotion page on the social network X.

Makhachev's technique was recognized as the best in the fight against Dustin Poirier, which took place in June 2024. In this fight, the Russian defeated Dars by strangulation and defended the UFC lightweight title for the third time. By the end of the year, he remained in first place in the ranking of the best UFC fighters, regardless of weight categories.

In total, the 33-year-old Makhachev has 27 fights in mixed martial arts. In them, he won 26 victories and suffered one defeat.

Makhachev will hold his next match on January 19. His opponent will be another Russian, Armen Tsarukyan. Makhachev's championship belt will be at stake.