Lightweight champion Islam Makhachev will go for his fourth consecutive title defense against a new opponent on hours' notice when he meets Renato Moicano in the UFC 311 main event. Islam Makhachev vs.

UFC Hall of Famer Khabib Nurmagomedov knows a thing or two about last-minute opponent changes. Nurmagomedov, one of the best former lightweight champions in the sport, has become an incredible coach.

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What are the chances Renato Moicano actually pulls off one of MMA's greatest upsets amid the chaos of UFC 311?

The lightweight challenger has to withdraw with a back injury, opening the door for the brash Brazilian and forcing Beneil Dariush off the card.

Despite accepting the fight on a bit over a day's notice, Renato Moicano is confident he will upset Islam Makhachev in the UFC 311 headliner.

Renato Moicano has stumbled upon the golden apple, a title shot against Islam Makhachev and this veteran believes he can pull off the upset.

Can Moicano defeat all odds and become champ? Check the UFC odds series for our Makhachev-Moicano prediction and pick.