Shavkat Rakhmonov resumes training after knee surgery, eyes UFC return
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 1:44 AM
Last updated Jul 8, 2026
Shavkat Rakhmonov, the unbeaten UFC welterweight contender, has returned to pad work following knee surgery in January. Rakhmonov, sidelined for 18 months due to injury, was previously set to challenge for the welterweight title but faced setbacks. He has been seen engaging in light training and continues rehabilitation for his left knee. The welterweight title picture has changed significantly since his last appearance, with current champion Islam Makhachev scheduled to defend against Ian Garry on August 15.
- •Rakhmonov returns to training after recovering from knee surgery.
- •He has been out for 18 months due to a knee injury.
- •Injury aggravated before his last fight against Ian Garry.
- •Islam Makhachev defends the title against Ian Garry on August 15.
- 1:44 AMYahoo Sports — Shavkat Rakhmonov returns to pad work after knee surgery, nears UFC comeback
"Shavkat Rakhmonov is finally hitting pads after months of recovery and rehabilitation.
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