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Islam Makhachev Explains What Double-Champ Status Means Ahead of UFC 322

“I want to do more than just become champion; I want to be a double champ,” Makhachev said. After vacating his lightweight belt, he rebuilt his body for welterweight. A win over Jack Della Maddalena on Nov. 15 would allow Makhachev to surpass his mentor Khabib. “Only 8-9 people have ever taken a second belt. They’re all remembered in history,” Makhachev added.