Makhachev to face interim welterweight winner at UFC 336 in Toronto
UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev will meet the victor of the interim title bout between Carlos Prates and Michael Morales at UFC 336 on 30 Jan 2027 in Toronto, Canada. Makhachev, 35, says the matchup will be one of his final fights, having defended his belt in August and holding a 29‑1 professional record. The interim fight pits Prates, who entered with three consecutive knockout wins, against Morales, who is unbeaten in 19 bouts.
Key facts
- Dana White said Makhachev’s limited fight schedule prompted the creation of the interim title bout.
- Makhachev’s 17‑fight UFC win streak set a new record, surpassing Anderson Silva’s 13‑year mark.
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