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Joe Rogan hints at Islam Makhachev retirement possibility with UFC 330 win

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 8:00 PM

Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Joe Rogan hints at Islam Makhachev retirement possibility with UFC 330 win

Summary

UFC color commentator Joe Rogan discussed the possibility that reigning welterweight champion Islam Makhachev might retire if he secures a win against Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330. Makhachev, who has already achieved success in two weight classes, could follow the path of Khabib Nurmagomedov, his mentor and coach. Should Makhachev prevail, Rogan suggested that it might be time for him to transition to coaching. The fight card is set to take place this weekend in Philadelphia.

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By the Numbers

•Joe Rogan speculates on Makhachev's potential retirement after UFC 330.
•Makhachev is aiming for a victory over Ian Garry this weekend.
•Khabib Nurmagomedov serves as Makhachev's coach and mentor.
•Victory would mark title defenses in two different weight classes for Makhachev.
•Carlos Prates and Michael Morales await title implications based on UFC 330's outcome.

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8:00 PMYahoo Sports — Joe Rogan warns ‘Islam may retire’ with UFC 330 win over Ian Garry — ‘Morales and Prates for the undisputed title’

What they're saying

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Former UFC lightweight titleholder Khabib Nurmagomedov, unlike so many other great champions in MMA, retired on top. He continues to be courted by the top promoters in combat sports (including this unlikely ally), but won’t break the retirement promise he made to his mother. Nurmagomedov is also head coach and mentor for reigning UFC welterweight […]
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