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Islam Makhachev withdraws from UFC 336 title fight against Carlos Prates

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 6:22 PM

Last updated Oct 23, 2026

Islam Makhachev withdraws from UFC 336 title fight against Carlos Prates

Summary

Islam Makhachev has withdrawn from his UFC 336 title fight against Carlos Prates. The fight was set for January 30, 2027, at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Canada. Details on the reason for the withdrawal are not yet available. UFC President Dana White called the news 'interesting' but did not provide further clarification. Makhachev last defended his title against Ian Garry at UFC 330 in August.

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By the Numbers

•Makhachev is the UFC welterweight champion.
•The fight was scheduled for January 30, 2027.
•Makhachev last fought in August 2026.
•No reason provided for Makhachev's withdrawal.
•Prates might fight Michael Morales for an interim title.

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6:22 PMYahoo Sports — Islam Makhachev withdraws from UFC 336 title fight against Carlos Prates

What they're saying

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Well, this sucks. Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) welterweight champion, Islam Makhachev, has withdrawn from his UFC 336 title fight against No. 1-ranked contender, Carlos Prates, previously scheduled for Sat., Jan. 30, 2027 at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Ag Fight broke the news on Friday. No word yet on why Makhachev was forced to […]
— Yahoo Sports

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