Islam Makhachev is a Russian professional mixed martial artist and former sambo competitor. As of November 2025, he is ranked $1 in the UFC men’s pound-for-pound ranking.
Islam Makhachev Biography
| Full Name | Islam Ramazanovich Makhachev |
| Nickname | Islam Makhachev |
| Profession | Professional mixed martial artist |
| Date of Birth | 27 October 1991 |
| Age | 34 years old (as of 2025) |
| Birth Place | Makhachkala, Dagestan ASSR, Russian, Soviet Union |
| Nationality | Russian |
| Gender | Male |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio |
| Ethnicity | Russian |
| Religion | Practicing Muslim |
| Social Media | Instagram X (Twitter) |
Islam Makhachev Age
Islam Makhachev was born on 27 October 1991, in Makhachkala, Dagestan ASSR, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union. He is 34 years old as of 2025, and his zodiac sign is Scorpio.
Islam Makhachev Girlfriend
| Marital Status | Married |
| Affairs/Girlfriend | Patimat |
| Spouse/Wife | Patimat Makhacheva |
| Children | Son – two sons Daughter – one |
Islam Makhachev Family
| Father’s Name | Not publicly known |
| Mother’s Name | Not publicly known |
| Siblings Name | Update soon |
Career
| Debut | Since 2010 |
| Fighting out of | Makhachkala, Degestan, Russia |
| Style | Combat Sambo |
| Trainer | Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov (former) Javier Mendez Khabib Nurmagomedov |
| Rank | International Master of Sport in Combat Sambo Black belt in Judo |
| Division | Lightweight (2010-2025) Welterweight (2025-present) |
| Mixed martial arts record | Total – 29 Wins – 28 (by knockout-5, by submission-13, and by decision-10) Losses – 1 (by knockout) |
| Award | World Championship (FIAS) – Gold – 2016 Sofia (in 74kg) Russian Championship – Gold – 2014 Ulan-Ude Gold – 2016 Petrozavodsk |
Islam Makhachev Height And Weight
| Height (approx) | In centimeters – 178 cm In meters – 1.78 m In feet & inches – 5’10” |
| Weight (approx) | In kilograms – 77 kg In pounds – 170 lbs |
| Eye Colour | Black |
| Hair Colour | Black |
Islam Makhachev Net Worth
As of 2025, Islam Makhachev’s net worth is estimated to be nearly $5 to $7 million. According to reports, he earns between $500,000 to $1 million per fight. Sponsorship has also played a key role in his financial rise, and social media has also been providing another source of Stable income. With his consistency in the cage and growing commercial profile, surpassing the $10 million mark seems well within reach.
| Net Worth (approx) | $5-7 million (As of 2025) |
| Annual Income (approx) | Update soon |
| Salary (approx) | Not kwon |
| Income Source | Prize money, sponsorship deals, endorsement, etc. |
Some Interesting Facts About Islam Makhachev
- Islam Makhachev was born in Makhachkala, Dagestan ASSR, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union, and grew up in the remote village of Burshi.
- His father grew tomatoes and worked as a driver, and his mother was a housewife and ran a small café.
- He began practicing taekwondo under decorated champion Seyfula Magomedov.
- He engaged in constant street fights as a child due to the culture of the region, where it is common for adults.
- He worked as a security guard, and his boss allowed him to train during work hours.
- He won the -74 kg division at the 2016 national championship and qualified for the world championship.
- On 12 February 2011, he made his M-1 Global debut against Tengiz Khuchua and won the fight.
- He submitted to Leo Kuntz in the second round on 23 May 2015, at UFC 187.
- Islam Makhachev promotes various branded products on his social media handles.
- He has been active in his professional mixed martial arts career since 2010.
- He is an animal lover and treats them like humans, and also enjoys horse riding.
- He is married to his wife Patimat, and has three children, two sons and a daughter with her.
FAQ:
How old is Islam Makhachev?
As of 2025, Islam Makhachev is 34 years old.
Who is Islam Makhachev’s wife?
Islam Makhacheve is married to his wife Patimat.
What is Islam Makhachev’s net worth?
Around $5-7 million (as of late 2025)