Makhachev unable to defend UFC title; interim bout booked

Per ESPN, UFC champion Islam Makhachev cannot defend his welterweight title until later in 2027. An interim title fight between Carlos Prates and Michael Morales is set for January.

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1. 24 Oct, 21:24 UTCESPN reports interim title bout booked

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• UFC's Makhachev unable to defend title; interim title bout bookedESPN