“I respect him” – Khabib claims this UFC star will replace Charles Oliveira as champion in a year

Khabib Nurmagomedov is back in the US

Khabib Nurmagomedov feels Charles Oliveira wouldn’t be holding on to his belt for a long time Oliveira became the 11th lightweight champion after beating Michael Chandler at UFC 262. He was also the first LW champion since Khabib Nurmagomedov. After almost 11 years in the promotion, Oliveira finally had his day, as he outshined the …

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“Those questions will never end” – Khabib Nurmagomedov opens up on returning to grappling competition

Khabib Nurmagomedov return

Khabib Nurmagomedov dismissed a return to competitive grappling in a promotional match for Eagle Fighting Championship. Khabib Nurmagomedov On a Potential Return The former UFC lightweight champion said he has moved on from fighting and wouldn’t return to promote Eagle Fighting Championship, his new promotion. Khabib Nurmagomedov was questioned on his chances of a return …

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Khabib Nurmagomedov explains why Michael Chandler winning Lightweight title would have been “sad”

Charles Oliveira defeated Michael Chandler at UFC 262

Michael Chandler was the backup fighter for the fight between Khabib Nurmagomedov and Justin Gaethje at UFC 254 Chandler came inches close to winning the lightweight title at UFC 262. The UFC newcomer knocked down his opponent Charles Oliveira in the first round, but he failed to secure the finish. Oliveira came out as the …

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