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Islam Makhachev continues streak at UFC 330 while eyeing welterweight challenges

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 12:17 PM

Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Islam Makhachev continues streak at UFC 330 while eyeing welterweight challenges

Summary

Islam Makhachev secured his 17th consecutive victory at UFC 330, surpassing Anderson Silva for the most consecutive wins in UFC history. This landmark event took place in Philadelphia on August 15. Makhachev's future in the welterweight division may involve tougher matches, as he faces larger opponents like Michael Morales and Carlos Prates. Analyst Dan Hardy expressed that Makhachev may need to adapt his game to contend at this new weight class and successfully defend his title.

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By the Numbers

•Makhachev won his match at UFC 330 on August 15.
•He now holds the record for the most consecutive wins in UFC history.
•Dan Hardy suggests Makhachev must adapt his style for the welterweight division.
•Makhachev may prefer to fight Carlos Prates first over larger opponents.
•Michael Morales, who poses a significant challenge, is 19-0.

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12:17 PMYahoo Sports — Dan Hardy on Islam Makhachev’s welterweight future: ‘His game has to change’

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Islam Makhachev won again on Saturday night at UFC 330, surpassing Anderson Silva to hold the most consecutive wins in UFC history. That new number, 17, will already be hard to surpass … and Makhachev has made it clear that he intends to keep adding to it for years to come. Standing in the way […]
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