Might Have to Ask if Khabib Nurmagomedov is One of The Best Athletes Ever: Former MMA Fighter Daniel Cormier
4 years, 2 months ago

Might Have to Ask if Khabib Nurmagomedov is One of The Best Athletes Ever: Former MMA Fighter Daniel Cormier

News 18  

Retired American professional mixed martial artist and former Olympian, Daniel Cormier has praised the Russian mixed martial artist Khabib Nurmagomedov, who is the current Ultimate Fighting Championship Lightweight Champion. Referring to Khabib’s next match against Justin Gaethje, where the former will defend his title, Daniel said, “If Khabib moves to 29-0 at UFC 254, perhaps it’s time we start asking if Khabib is not just the best UFC fighter of all time, but if he is one of the best athletes ever.” Khabib and Justin will fight on October 24 at Flash Forum Arena in Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. @TeamKhabib pic.twitter.com/zdNg3RJZc8— Daniel Cormier October 23, 2020 The former Olympian, who has given his voice to the video, can be heard saying that ‘perfection and dominance’ are the two words that describe Khabib Nurmagomedov. He then goes on to compare the current UFC lightweight champion with some of the legendary players of others sports — including MMA players Jon Jones, Anderson Silva, and Georges St-Pierre — saying that they all have ‘blemishes’ and ‘hiccups’ of their own but the same cannot be said about Khabib.

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Conor McGregor ‘jealous’ of Khabib Nurmagomedov, says former UFC star Ben Askren
7 months ago

Conor McGregor ‘jealous’ of Khabib Nurmagomedov, says former UFC star Ben Askren

The Independent  

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Conor McGregor tipped to fight Khabib Nurmagomedov protege Islam Makhachev next
1 year, 1 month ago

Conor McGregor tipped to fight Khabib Nurmagomedov protege Islam Makhachev next

The Independent  

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Khabib explains why he wasn’t in Islam Makhachev’s corner at UFC 294
1 year, 2 months ago

Khabib explains why he wasn’t in Islam Makhachev’s corner at UFC 294

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UFC 284: Alex Volkanovski outlines key to victory over Islam Makhachev
1 year, 10 months ago

UFC 284: Alex Volkanovski outlines key to victory over Islam Makhachev

The Independent  

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Khabib Nurmagomedov, Daniel Cormier inducted in UFC's Hall of Fame
2 years, 5 months ago

Khabib Nurmagomedov, Daniel Cormier inducted in UFC's Hall of Fame

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Cormier, 43, is a former two-weight champion in the UFC. Nurmagomedov, 33, is the former lightweight champion who retired with a flawless 29-0 record. Former MMA title holders Khabib Nurmagomedov and Daniel Cormier were inducted into UFC’s Hall of Fame on Friday. “This means everything to me.” A former US Olympic wrestler, Cormier, from Lafayette, Louisiana, became the UFC heavyweight …

UFC 264: Khabib Nurmagomedov fires chilling response at Conor McGregor as feud continues
3 years, 5 months ago

UFC 264: Khabib Nurmagomedov fires chilling response at Conor McGregor as feud continues

Daily Mail  

Khabib Nurmagomedov has fired a chilling response after arch rival Conor McGregor claimed the undefeated, all-conquering Dagestani 'has done nothing' in his UFC career. Khabib Nurmagomedov has responded to fresh remarks made by arch rival Conor McGregor The Irishman is preparing to take on Dustin Poirier in a highly-anticipated trilogy at UFC 264 The championship currently belongs to Charles Oliveira, …

Khabib Nurmagomedov turned down Floyd Mayweather fight despite $100MILLION offer
3 years, 6 months ago

Khabib Nurmagomedov turned down Floyd Mayweather fight despite $100MILLION offer

Daily Mail  

Khabib Nurmagomedov rejected a $100million offer to come out of retirement and face Floyd Mayweather inside a boxing ring, says his manager Ali Abdelaziz. Khabib Nurmagomedov rejected a $100million offer to box Floyd Mayweather Ali Abdelaziz also revealed that Khabib turned down a fight with Georges St-Pierre Abdelaziz also revealed how the unbeaten Dagestani rejected a super-fight with Georges St-Pierre …

There was a time when people thought Tony Ferguson could defeat Khabib Nurmagomedov
3 years, 7 months ago

There was a time when people thought Tony Ferguson could defeat Khabib Nurmagomedov

Hindustan Times  

If any Mixed Martial Arts fan had to name an exciting and dangerous fighter in the UFC, many would turn their eyes towards Tony Ferguson. However, the anticipated fight was finally supposed to take place in 2020 with Khabib defending his belt against Ferguson at UFC 242. Many experts said Khabib would have been wary of Tony's ground game as …

UFC icon Georges St-Pierre reveals he WOULD have come out of retirement to face Khabib Nurmagomedov
3 years, 8 months ago

UFC icon Georges St-Pierre reveals he WOULD have come out of retirement to face Khabib Nurmagomedov

Daily Mail  

UFC legend Georges St-Pierre has revealed he would have come out of retirement at one time for a blockbuster fight with Khabib Nurmagomedov. Georges St-Pierre has revealed there was a time when he would've come out of retirement to fight Khabib Nurmagomedov However, St-Pierre has now revealed that he could've been tempted to return if he was offered the chance …

UFC legend Khabib Nurmagomedov says he has 'nothing to prove' following retirement
3 years, 9 months ago

UFC legend Khabib Nurmagomedov says he has 'nothing to prove' following retirement

Daily Mail  

Khabib Nurmagomedov has insisted he has 'nothing to prove' following his UFC retirement as the undefeated Dagestani said the strength of his relationship with his mother overpowers any temptation to return to the octagon. The former lightweight champion announced his retirement at UFC 254 last October, citing a vow to his mother that he would no longer compete following the …

UFC: Could Islam Makhachev overtake Conor McGregor, Poirier and Chandler as lightweight King?
3 years, 9 months ago

UFC: Could Islam Makhachev overtake Conor McGregor, Poirier and Chandler as lightweight King?

Daily Mail  

The scramble for the lightweight throne appeared limited to just a handful of candidates, with Dustin Poirier, Conor McGregor, Michael Chandler, Charles Oliveira and Justin Gaethje all jostling for position. Khabib Nurmagomedov's shock retirement last year signalled not only the end of one of the most dominant eras of any UFC fighter, but also left one of the most decorated …

EXCLUSIVE | 'I used my striking game': Islam Makhachev recalls 'hard sparring' with Khabib Nurmagomedov
3 years, 9 months ago

EXCLUSIVE | 'I used my striking game': Islam Makhachev recalls 'hard sparring' with Khabib Nurmagomedov

Hindustan Times  

Islam Makhachev is making his return to the Octagon after more than a year. Makhachev has an impressive record of 18 wins and only one loss and is a former teammate of retired lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov. He has been talked highly by his peers as the likes of former heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier, celebrated MMA coach Javier Mendez and …

Khabib Nurmagomedov crowned as BBC Sports Personality's World Sport Star of 2020
4 years ago

Khabib Nurmagomedov crowned as BBC Sports Personality's World Sport Star of 2020

Daily Mail  

Khabib Nurmagomedov, who announced his retirement from mixed martial arts after defending his UFC lightweight title in October, has scooped the BBC Sports Personality's World Sport Star of the Year award. Khabib Nurmagomedov has scooped the BBC Sports Personality's World Sport Star of 2020 It comes after he beat Justin Gaethje to extend his perfect professional MMA record to 29-0 …

Khabib calls time on undefeated MMA career after Gaethje win
4 years, 2 months ago

Khabib calls time on undefeated MMA career after Gaethje win

The Hindu  

Khabib Nurmagomedov called time on his mixed martial arts career following a second-round submission win over Justin Gaethje on Saturday, leaving his gloves in the centre of the octagon to fulfil a promise to his mother. This one was for Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov pic.twitter.com/ZZdywrlE5e — UFC October 24, 2020 Many questioned if he would have the heart for the fight against …

UFC 254: Khabib Nurmagomedov announces retirement from mixed martial arts after choking out Justin Gaethje
4 years, 2 months ago

UFC 254: Khabib Nurmagomedov announces retirement from mixed martial arts after choking out Justin Gaethje

Firstpost  

Nurmagomedov made the announcement immediately after he impressively finished his first fight since the death of his father and lifelong coach Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov in July. Abu Dhabi: Unbeaten lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov retired from mixed martial arts after stopping Justin Gaethje with a triangle choke early in the second round at UFC 254 on Saturday night. She don’t know how …

29-0: UFC's Khabib Nurmagomedov Calls Time on Undefeated MMA Career
4 years, 2 months ago

29-0: UFC's Khabib Nurmagomedov Calls Time on Undefeated MMA Career

News 18  

Khabib Nurmagomedov called time on his mixed martial arts career following a second-round submission win over Justin Gaethje on Saturday, leaving his gloves in the centre of the octagon to fulfil a promise to his mother. His father had schooled him in combat sports from an early age and was in his corner in Abu Dhabi in September 2019 when …

UFC 254: Expect Khabib Nurmagomedov to grind down, make Justin Gaethje tap out
4 years, 2 months ago

UFC 254: Expect Khabib Nurmagomedov to grind down, make Justin Gaethje tap out

Firstpost  

If Nurmagomedov, the undefeated UFC lightweight champion, can get Gaethje on the ground and keep him there, ‘The Eagle’ should get his hand raised at the end of the night. Gaethje has publicly declared all he needs to do is hit Nurmagomedov eight times before ‘The Eagle’ is compromised. If Gaethje is to have any chance against Nurmagomedov, he needs …

UFC lightweight champion Khabib retires after beating Gaethje
4 years, 2 months ago

UFC lightweight champion Khabib retires after beating Gaethje

Al Jazeera  

Khabib Nurmagomedov chokes Justin Gaethje unconscious to retain title, announces retirement following death of his father and coach. UFC superstar Khabib Nurmagomedov has announced his retirement after defeating Justin Gaethje to successfully defend his lightweight title and retain his perfect record. This one was for Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov 🏆 pic.twitter.com/ZZdywrlE5e — UFC October 24, 2020 Nurmagomedov said in the post-fight interview …

UFC 254: Khabib Nurmagomedov plans on 'finishing' Justin Gaethje in third round, awaits 'something special'
4 years, 2 months ago

UFC 254: Khabib Nurmagomedov plans on 'finishing' Justin Gaethje in third round, awaits 'something special'

Firstpost  

Unbeaten Khabib Nurmagomedov puts his lightweight title on the line against Justin Gaethje at UFC 254 to be held at Yas Island in Abu Dhabi. The emotions, understandably, are still raw for the ‘The Eagle.’ When asked if it is a challenge to come into the fight against Justin Gaethje at UFC 254 on 24 October, he snapped. It’s a …

UFC 254: Gaethje compares Fight Island clash with Khabib to Chess game
4 years, 2 months ago

UFC 254: Gaethje compares Fight Island clash with Khabib to Chess game

The Hindu  

Interim UFC Lightweight Champion Justin Gaethje isn't bothered about the underdog tag placed on him ahead of his unification bout with undefeated titleholder Khabib Nurmagomedov at UFC 254 in Abu Dhabi, UAE, in less than three weeks. Gaethje claimed that the win over Ferguson five months ago heavily boosted his confidence, thereby improving his chances at Fight Island. That encounter …

Khabib Nurmagomedov gears up for UFC 254, lauds Adesanya and Chimaev
4 years, 2 months ago

Khabib Nurmagomedov gears up for UFC 254, lauds Adesanya and Chimaev

The Hindu  

After more than a year, Lightweight Champion Khabib Nurmagomedov will return to the Octagon in three weeks during the main event of UFC 254 at the Fight Island in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Khabib went on to praise Middleweight Champion Israel Adesanya, who had successfully defended his title against Paulo Costa at UFC 253 last month in stunning fashion. …

UFC: Khabib Nurmagomedov agrees to return to octagon against Justin Gaethje, announces Dana White
4 years, 4 months ago

UFC: Khabib Nurmagomedov agrees to return to octagon against Justin Gaethje, announces Dana White

Firstpost  

Khabib Nurmagomedov holds the longest active unbeaten streak in MMA, and he became the UFC’s lightweight champion in April 2018 by defeating Al Iaquinta for the vacant belt. Undefeated UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov has agreed to face interim champ Justin Gaethje on 24 October. Nurmagomedov holds the longest active unbeaten streak in MMA, and he became the UFC’s lightweight …

Undefeated Lightweight Champion Khabib Nurmagomedov Agrees UFC Return on October 24
4 years, 4 months ago

Undefeated Lightweight Champion Khabib Nurmagomedov Agrees UFC Return on October 24

News 18  

Undefeated UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov has agreed to face interim champ Justin Gaethje on Oct. 24. UFC President Dana White announced Nurmagomedov’s return to mixed martial arts Tuesday. Nurmagomedov holds the longest active unbeaten streak in MMA, and he became the UFC’s lightweight champion in April 2018 by defeating Al Iaquinta for the vacant belt. White has previously suggested …

Khabib Nurmagomedov's manager confirms UFC star is 'not retiring'
4 years, 5 months ago

Khabib Nurmagomedov's manager confirms UFC star is 'not retiring'

Daily Mail  

The manager of Khabib Nurmagomedov has insisted the UFC lightweight champion is not retiring from MMA and will fight American Justin Gaethje before the end of 2020. But his manager Ali Abdelaziz dismissed those claims and instead confirmed the 'heartbroken' Nurmagomedov will return to action following a period of mourning against the current interim champion by the end of the …

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