{"id":71854,"date":"2025-07-07T09:10:56","date_gmt":"2025-07-07T08:10:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/?p=71854"},"modified":"2025-07-07T09:11:04","modified_gmt":"2025-07-07T08:11:04","slug":"islam-makhachev-as-number-1-pound-for-pound-after-welterweight-title-win-daniel-cormier-din-thomas-debate-on-contradictory-views","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/islam-makhachev-as-number-1-pound-for-pound-after-welterweight-title-win-daniel-cormier-din-thomas-debate-on-contradictory-views\/","title":{"rendered":"Islam Makhachev As Number 1 Pound For Pound After Welterweight Title Win? Daniel Cormier, Din Thomas Debate On Contradictory Views!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The pound for pound rankings have always sparked heated debates among fans and experts alike. These rankings attempt to answer the impossible question: Who would win if all fighters were the same size? It&rsquo;s a fun mental exercise that often leads to passionate arguments. The recent shake-up at the top has made things even more interesting, with Ilia Topuria dethroning Islam Makhachev after his stunning knockout victory over Charles Oliveira at UFC 317. The Georgian-Spanish fighter&rsquo;s ascent to lightweight champion also earned him the coveted number one spot on the pound for pound list.<\/p><p>But here&rsquo;s where things get spicy. Islam Makhachev isn&rsquo;t done climbing mountains yet. The Dagestani fighter vacated his lightweight title to chase welterweight gold against newly crowned champion Jack Della Maddalena. This potential move has reignited discussions about who truly deserves the pound for pound crown. Two respected voices in the MMA world, Daniel Cormier and Din Thomas, recently locked horns over this exact topic on Cormier&rsquo;s &ldquo;3 Rounds&rdquo; show. Their contrasting viewpoints highlight just how complex these rankings can be when elite fighters start collecting belts across multiple weight classes.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Daniel Cormier Makes The Case For Islam Makhachev&rsquo;s Return To The Top<\/h2><p>Daniel Cormier didn&rsquo;t mince words when discussing the potential shift in pound for pound rankings. The former two division champion believes that Islam Makhachev would immediately reclaim the number one spot if he defeats Jack Della Maddalena for the welterweight title.&nbsp;<\/p><p><strong><em>&ldquo;He is the number one pound-for-pound fighter today. But if Islam is able to beat Jack Della Maddalena, it flips again and Islam goes back to number one&hellip;Islam will have done everything Topuria has done at a heavier weight. Four title defenses at 155, and then the new champion at welterweight.&rdquo;<\/em><\/strong><\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Daniel Cormier REACTS to Din Thomas PREDICTING Ilia Topuria will BEAT Islam Makhachev\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/fi_e0wGgpvI?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure><p>Cormier&rsquo;s reasoning makes perfect sense from a resume standpoint. Makhachev would essentially match Topuria&rsquo;s accomplishment of winning two divisional titles, but at a higher weight class with more title defenses under his belt.<\/p><p>This argument holds serious weight when fans consider that longevity and sustained excellence typically matter more than flashy performances. Makhachev&rsquo;s 15 fight winning streak in the UFC, combined with his dominant grappling skills and improved striking, showcases the kind of well-rounded excellence that pound for pound rankings should reward.<\/p><p>Cormier&rsquo;s perspective resonates because it values consistency and proven championship mettle. Moving up a weight class successfully demonstrates that a fighter&rsquo;s skills translate across different physical challenges. If Makhachev can impose his will on larger welterweights the same way he dominated lightweights, it would prove his techniques work regardless of size differences. That&rsquo;s exactly what pound for pound rankings should measure; the ability to excel against elite competition regardless of physical advantages or disadvantages.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Din Thomas Stands Firm Behind Ilia Topuria&rsquo;s Claim<\/h2><p>Din Thomas presented the counterargument with equal conviction, refusing to diminish Topuria&rsquo;s current achievements. The former <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/mma\/\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>UFC<\/a> fighter and current analyst believes that recency and the manner of victory should carry significant weight in pound for pound discussions.&nbsp;<\/p><p><strong><em>Absolutely not. Because a win over Jack Della Maddalena doesn&rsquo;t really prove it. I mean, in fact, Jack was like ranked 7 until he won the belt. Jack is not a Hall of Famer&hellip; The fact that Ilia is such a strong favourite (against potential opponents) already says much about how good we think he is. And is Makhachev beats Della Maddalena, that to me is not a feather in his cap.&rdquo;<\/em><\/strong><\/p><p>Thomas emphasized the quality of opposition that Topuria has faced and defeated. All three of his recent victims were either current or former champions. The fact that Topuria finished fights against such elite competition demonstrates the kind of devastating skill set that defines pound for pound greatness. Thomas believes this level of dominance against top tier competition trumps Makhachev&rsquo;s longer winning streak against what some might consider lesser opposition. Din Thomas&rsquo;s position reflects the belief that current form and recent accomplishments should weigh heavily in pound for pound discussions.&nbsp;<\/p><p>These discussions will continue, no matter the evidence or facts in a fighter&rsquo;s favor or opposition. This is what makes MMA such an entertaining sport. 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