Islam Makhachev: UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev is all set for his first title defense. The undisputed champion will face featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski in the main event of UFC 284 this weekend. So as Makhachev continues his quest to become a world-renowned star, we look at his personal life and see what we know about Islam Makhachev’s wife, kids, and family. Follow UFC 284 Makhachev vs Volkanovski LIVE Streaming updates with Insidesport.IN.
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Like most fighters from Dagestan, Islam Makhachev is fully focused on his fighting and keeps his personal life a secret. Makhachev never posts about his personal life or family, even on his social media. However, in recent times, we have got a few signs of what Makhachev is like outside the octagon.
Islam Makhachev Wife, Kids, and Family: Who Is UFC Lightweight Champion Islam Makhachev Married To? Know More About the UFC 284 Headlining Star’s Family
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Is Islam Makhachev married and does he have kids?
According to reports, Islam Makhachev tied the knot in 2021 in a private ceremony. Khabib Nurmagomedov and Zubaira Tughukov were the only UFC fighters in attendance at the wedding. Moreover, despite having what looked like a lavish wedding, Makhachev did not post anything about it on social media.
As for Islam Makhachev’s kids, needless to say, he is very private about it. However, the Russian confirmed that he had a daughter recently. Speaking to UFC presenter Megan Olivi after winning the belt against Oliveira, Makhachev said all he was thinking about was his daughter.
In the interview, Makhachev also spoke about how much he wanted to hug his mother and father since all his life he has traveled to other places. Therefore, showing that despite his success, Islam Makhachev is a family man.
Although we do not know whether Islam Makhachev has any siblings, we did get a glimpse of his father. After Makhachev landed in Russia with the belt, his father was at the airport to welcome him and even spoke to the media.
Is Islam Makhachev related to Khabib Nurmagomedov?
While Islam Makhachev and Khabib Nurmagomedov are practically inseparable, their relationship is solely professional. Although the two have referred to each other as brothers in the past, they are not blood-related in any way.
Makhachev just sees Khabib as his older brother who helped him become the man he is and the fighter he is.
So this is what we know about Islam Makhahcev and his family. While he is set to become one of the biggest names in the world, the Russian has managed to keep his private life a secret.
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