Islam Makhachev is eyeing October or November for his next fight after recently vacating his UFC lightweight title to pursue a second championship at welterweight. He prefers to compete at Madison Square Garden or in Abu Dhabi for this fight. The upcoming UFC 321 event is set for Abu Dhabi on October 25, 2025, while UFC 322 will take place in New York City in November. Makhachev expressed a strong desire to fight at Madison Square Garden, emphasizing its legendary status in the MMA and boxing worlds.
"We will see when I'm going to fight. Madison Square Garden or Las Vegas or Abu Dhabi, because still we don't have the day. If not Madison Square Garden, I want to fight in Abu Dhabi. I don't want to wait."
"It would be an honor for me to fight in the biggest arena for MMA and boxing. It's a legendary arena, you know? I will be happy to have the opportunity to fight in Madison Square Garden."
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