India, Aug. 13 -- Islam Makhachev's next fight could carry implications beyond the UFC 330 main event. The welterweight champion is set to defend his title against Ian Machado Garry in Philadelphia, with another victory potentially extending his historic UFC winning streak to 17 fights. While Makhachev has insisted he is still enjoying the sport, his comments about having limited time left have fuelled retirement speculation. Could the 34-year-old follow mentor Khabib Nurmagomedov's path and walk away as a champion?

Could He Walk Away After UFC 330?

Islam Makhachev has acknowledged that his career is entering a different phase. At 34, he knows he cannot fight indefinitely and wants to remain active while his body allows it.

"I'm not li...