Islam Makhachev's Richard Mille watch reportedly worth $1.5M sends waves through internet: "Dont they owe Russia money?", "Hard work pays off"

Islam Makhachev recently flaunted his new watch which caught the attention of MMA fans worldwide. Some criticized the Dagestani fighter for needlessly revealing his wealth. In contrast, others praised Makhachev, pointing out all the hardships and effort he endured to deserve such an expensive watch.

Makhachev took to social media and posted an Instagram story in which he displayed his premium watch. The reigning lightweight champion's luxury watch, a Richard Mille 62-01 Tourbillon valued at $1.5 million, was shared on X by a user going under the handle @Valoresense.

Fans soon rushed to the comments section to share their reactions.

One fan mocked Makhachev's team, writing:

''Dont they owe russia money?''

Another praised Makhachev, writing:

''Hard work pays off, all those training sessions while going to school lead to that''

Other fans wrote:

''Honestly why is he spending so much money on material things?''

''The value of this watch does not match the values defended by Islam. Of course, Islam is a free-will person, but the 1.5 million dollar watch is not your lifestyle, my friend.''

Check out more reactions below:

Screenshots courtesy: Fan reactions to Valoresense's X post

Makhachev currently holds the No. 1 spot in the P4P rankings. In his recent octagon outing at UFC 302 in June, the 33-year-old made his third title defense against Dustin Poirier.

He submitted Poirier via a D’arce choke in the fifth round, derailing the 35-year-old's dream of becoming an undisputed UFC champion. However, Makhachev suffered from a partial ligament tear in his hand during the fight, which has prevented him from competing ever since.

According to recent developments, Makhachev is expected to face former opponent Arman Tsarukyan at UFC 311 in January next year. Notably, Tsarukyan also discussed his next fight in an interview with TNT Sports, hinting at a rematch with Makhachev.

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Clay Guida believes Islam Makhachev will become the lightweight GOAT with a potential win against Arman Tsarukyan

Clay Guida recently expressed his thoughts on the greatest fighters in the lightweight division in an interview with Inside Fighting.

Guida felt that Islam Makhachev, expected to make his fourth title defense against Arman Tsarukyan at UFC 311, would cement himself as the lightweight GOAT if he defeats Tsarukyan.

He said:

''Here is the deal, if he can get past Arman Tsarukyan, chances are he is going to be the greatest lightweight of all time cause I don’t see anyone getting in his way for a while.''

Check out Clay Guida's comments below (13:35):