Former UFC fighter Dustin Poirier assessed Islam Makhachev’s chances of returning to lightweight.
“Everything will depend on whether he wins or loses... He was already a big fighter for lightweight. And getting the chance to bulk up, gain muscle mass and let his body move where it wants... Returning to 70 kg will take time, in my opinion.
He will have to cut calories and lose the muscle mass he gains. I know it’s a fact, it’s not easy for him to fit into 70 kg. And it will become even more difficult... Yes, for him it might be the end in lightweight, too much strain for his body. He is not a small guy.”
