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UFC's Makhachev unable to defend title; interim title bout booked

Undisputed UFC champ Islam Makhachev will be unable to defend his welterweight title until later in 2027. Carlos Prates, Michael Morales will fight for the interim title in January.

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UFC's Makhachev unable to defend title; interim title bout booked
Undisputed UFC champ Islam Makhachev will be unable to defend his welterweight title until later in 2027. Carlos Prates, Michael Morales will fight for the interim title in January.
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