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Islam Makhachev Urges UFC Move for Usman Nurmagomedov and Paul Hughes

Ex-lightweight champion Makhachev urged the UFC to sign the PFL stars, saying it’s a good time and predicting his cousin will become champion. The rivalry stands at 2–0 in 2025: Usman edged a contentious January decision after a point deduction, then won a unanimous decision on Oct. 3 in Dubai. With Usman eyeing UFC, Hughes vows to reset and chase a trilogy.