Incredibly, UFC president revealed that Khabib had actually broken his foot three weeks ago and never told anyone, describing the undefeated fighter as ‘the baddest motherf***er on the planet’. These included a first-round armbar finish of future Bellator title challenger Shahbulat Shamhalaev, which marked his M-1 Globaldebut. [163], The NSAC filed a formal complaint against both Nurmagomedov and McGregor, and on 24 October, the NSAC voted to approve a motion to release half of Nurmagomedov's $2 million fight payout immediately. We bring sports news that matters to your inbox, to help you stay informed and get a winning edge. [122] Nurmagomedov frequently wears a papakha hat, part of his Dagestani Avar culture, after fights and during promotional events. [37], In late 2011, Nurmagomedov signed a six-fight deal to compete in the UFC's lightweight division. Nurmagomedov (29-0) stood toe-to-toe with arguably the most dangerous striker in the division for the entire first round before taking him down in the second and securing the arm triangle choke. [100] Daniel Cormier claimed in an interview, after the fight, that Khabib had said he chose the triangle choke in favor of an arm bar in order to prevent Gaethje from being injured.
‘Because he was going to retire, so I haven’t even said it to him. It was my last fight here.’. Nurmagomedov's payment for the fight was withheld by the Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC) as a result, pending an investigation into his actions. These included a first-round armbar finish of future Bellator title challenger Shahbulat Shamhalaev, which marked his M-1 Global debut. "The Eagle" dismantled Justin Gaethje with a second-round submission in the main event of UFC 254 to retain his title and unify with Gaethje's interim belt. There had been much talk about Khabib’s 30th and final fight being against former welterweight and middleweight champion Georges St-Pierre, which would remain the most appealing bout for him.
[22] Abdulmanap was a senior coach for the combat sambo national team in the Republic of Dagestan, training several athletes in sambo in Makhachkala, Russia. You cannot talk about nation. Attending his first post-event press conference, UFC president Dana White praised the relative newcomer stating, "That slam, when he just scoops him up and slams him, Matt Hughes style. Khabib had a long and fiery rivalry with fellow UFC star McGregor, but the Irishman put their usually strained relationship to one side to pay tribute to his retiring rival as well as his late father and coach, Abdulmanap. "It was my last fight. [78][79] On 6 April, Holloway was pulled from the fight after the New York State Athletic Commission (NYSAC) declared him unfit to compete due to extreme weight cutting, and replaced by Al Iaquinta.
Кто эти люди? [61] Ferguson was replaced by promotional newcomer Darrell Horcher at a catchweight of 160 lb. M-1 Selection Champion, Ranks in any martial arts styles: Internationally recognized Sambo Master, Favorite grappling technique: Free-style wrestling, double and single leg takedowns, Favorite striking technique: Thai Clinch, knees and elbows, Lightweight Champion After the fight, Nurmagomedov announced his retirement from the sport as he does not want to compete without his father, Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov, by his side any longer. [81], On Friday, 3 August 2018, the UFC announced that Nurmagomedov would make his first defence of his lightweight title against Conor McGregor at UFC 229 on 6 October in Las Vegas. The UFC lightweight champion announced his retirement after submitting Justin Gaethje in Abu Dhabi last weekend, taking his professional record to 29-0. © 2004-2020 CBS Interactive. On 11 October, he became the inaugural Atrium Cup tournament champion, having defeated his three opponents at the Moscow event. "[51], Nurmagomedov next faced Rafael dos Anjos on 19 April 2014 at UFC on Fox 11. [50] Nurmagomedov expressed his disappointment, appearing on The MMA Hour, "If they say that they're willing to fight the best, they should fight the best. A timeline of Khabib Nurmagomedov vs. Tony Ferguson", "Khabib Nurmagomedov to fight Justin Gaethje in October return, says UFC president Dana White", "Nurmagomedov-Gaethje finally set for Oct. 24", "Khabib Nurmagomedov vs. Justin Gaethje set for UFC 255", "Khabib Nurmagomedov announces his retirement following emotional victory over Justin Gaethje in UFC 254 main event", "UFC 254 results: Khabib Nurmagomedov chokes out Justin Gaethje with triangle, retires from MMA", "UFC 254 Bonuses: Khabib Earns Performance Award in Final Fight", "Daniel Cormier reveals Khabib chose not to embarrass Justin Gaethje in front of his parents", http://statleaders.ufc.com/?weight_class=LW, http://statleaders.ufc.com/?fighter_status=0&weight_class=LW, "Sherdog.com's 2013 Breakthrough Fighter of the Year", "Sherdog.com's 2016 Beatdown of the Year", "Sherdog.com's 2016 Comeback Fighter of the Year", "Staredown of the Year 2013: Nurmagomedov vs. Trujillo", "MMA DNA UFC Awards 2018 : De Uitslagen!!! Whether that is what White has in mind for Khabib is not certain, although it would undoubtedly be a huge success in terms of global interest.
Liliya Shakirova via second-round submission (rear-naked choke), Magomed Ankalaev def. [89] He and Poirier swapped shirts after the fight as a show of respect. He explained that he had promised his mother that he would not continue to fight without his late father, "No way I’m going to come here without my father. [150][151] He was further charged with menacing and reckless endangerment at his arraignment and released on $50,000 bail until 14 June 2018. Khabib Nurmagomedov may not have fought his last UFC fight just yet, with Dana White predicting that we will get to see the Eagle compete once again. Ion Cutelaba via first-round TKO (punches), Tai Tuivasa def. Meanwhile, Australian Robert Whittaker has stated his case for a rematch with UFC middleweight king Israel Adesanya by outclassing American Jared Cannonier. [88] The win unified both titles and earned Nurmagomedov his second Performance of the Night bonus award. Lightweight Champion Retires With An Unprecendented Legacy Of Dominance. [58] However, Nurmagomedov pulled out of the fight in late October, citing another injury, and was replaced by Edson Barboza. [68], In lieu of a title shot, Nurmagomedov next faced Michael Johnson on 12 November 2016 at UFC 205.
[83] After the contest, Nurmagomedov scaled the Octagon and tried to attack McGregor's teammate Dillon Danis, which resulted in a brawl between the two teams. Khabib Nurmagomedov may not have fought his last UFC fight just yet, with Dana White predicting that we will get to see the Eagle compete once again. Today's sport news: What you need to know, House hunting in a hot market 'just too hideous', One new community case in Christchurch, linked to isolation - Ministry, Cabinet gets major shake-up with new Covid-19 Response portfolio in the mix, US election in the shadow of a new wave of Covid-19, Johnny Depp loses libel case over Sun 'wife beater' claim.
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