I do not have much time left in UFC - Makhachev
Islam Makhachev says he "does not have much time" left in the UFC as the Russian prepares to make the first defence of his welterweight title against Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330 on Saturday.
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Notable Quotes
"I understand I'm not 28 years old; I'm 34 right now. And I don't have much time."
— Islam Makhachev , Athlete
"I have so much love and respect for Islam Makachev and his body of work that he has done in the UFC."
— Ian Machado Garry , Athlete
Key People
Dana White is the president of the UFC and chief of Zuffa Boxing.
Ian Machado Garry is a professional mixed martial artist and the first Irishman to fight for a UFC title since Conor McGregor.
Islam Makhachev is a professional mixed martial artist and the current UFC champion.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is a retired mixed martial artist and former UFC lightweight champion.
All Coverage
Islam Makhachev says he "does not have much time" left in the UFC as the Russian prepares to make the first defence of his welterweight title against Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330 on Saturday.
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