Islam Makhachev: More Than Khabib’s Cousin — A Champion Who Inspires Everyone
When people hear the name Islam Makhachev, many still think of him as “Khabib’s brother” or “Khabib’s student.” But that tag doesn’t define him anymore. Islam has already proved that he stands as one of the best fighters in the world — not because of his last name, not because of his religion, but because of his skills, discipline, and heart. Today, Islam is a global athlete. And what I love the most is this: it doesn’t matter where you come from, which country you belong to, or what religion you follow — you can still look up to him. Sports don’t limit admiration. Sports unite people. Islam Makhachev is a perfect example of that. A Fighter Who Built His Own Identity Yes, Islam trained with Khabib. Yes, they’re incredibly close. But inside the Octagon, Islam has created his own path. His striking has improved massively. His grappling is world-class. His fight IQ is smart and calculated. He doesn’t just win — he dominates. Look at his fights with Charles Oliveira...
