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Khabib: Islam Makhachev Could Enter the GOAT Conversation with More Wins
sports20 days ago

Khabib: Islam Makhachev Could Enter the GOAT Conversation with More Wins

Nurmagomedov says Islam Makhachev could someday join the all-time GOAT discussion if he continues breaking records and defending titles, noting benchmarks set by legends like Jon Jones, Demetrious Johnson and Georges St-Pierre. Makhachev is the UFC lightweight champion with four straight title defenses and sits atop MMA Fighting’s pound-for-pound rankings, but Nurmagomedov cautions that time is a tougher factor in lighter weight classes as athletes age. He also emphasizes the gym lineage and ongoing chain of champions pushing the next generation forward.

via MMA Fighting|
#goat#islam-makhachev#khabib-nurmagomedov
Khabib Calls Islam Out After UFC 330 Presser Disagreement
ufc-news21 days ago

Khabib Calls Islam Out After UFC 330 Presser Disagreement

At UFC 330’s press conference, Islam Makhachev told Ian Garry to 'SHUT UP,' drawing a rebuke from former champ Khabib Nurmagomedov, who urged Makhachev to be respectful. Makhachev blamed crowd noise for his reaction; Nurmagomedov stressed respect, noting Garry had shown him respect ahead of their bout on Paramount+. Islam defends the welterweight title against Garry on Saturday in Philadelphia.

via MMA Mania|
#ian-machado-garry#islam-makhachev#khabib-nurmagomedov
Khabib Slams Makhachev Over 'Shut Up' Moment With Ian Garry
sports21 days ago

Khabib Slams Makhachev Over 'Shut Up' Moment With Ian Garry

Khabib Nurmagomedov criticized Islam Makhachev for telling Ian Machado Garry to "shut up" during UFC 330 press events, urging him to show respect; Makhachev said it was a misunderstanding caused by crowd noise, while his coach weighed in. Nurmagomedov later acknowledged both sides had made mistakes, leaving the incident effectively tied at 1-1.

via Bloody Elbow|
#ian-machado-garry#islam-makhachev#khabib-nurmagomedov
Khabib Sees Usman Nurmagomedov as Best Lightweight Outside UFC as Free-Agent Talks Loom
mma1 month ago

Khabib Sees Usman Nurmagomedov as Best Lightweight Outside UFC as Free-Agent Talks Loom

Khabib Nurmagomedov called his undefeated cousin Usman Nurmagomedov the best lightweight outside the UFC and said negotiations over Usman’s future will occur next month, as Usman remained hot on the free-agent market after a 22-0 run with a first‑round KO of Archie Colgan in the PFL. The piece notes MVP’s merger with PFL and Usman’s challenge to Jake Paul about pay as fans speculate whether Usman could land in the UFC.

via Bloody Elbow|
#khabib-nurmagomedov#mma#pfl
Paul-Nurmagomedov moment fuels crossover talk as MVP-PFL merger lands
sports1 month ago

Paul-Nurmagomedov moment fuels crossover talk as MVP-PFL merger lands

Jake Paul and Khabib Nurmagomedov shared a playful encounter at a PFL event in New York, as Paul announced MVP MMA’s merger with PFL to challenge UFC. Paul watched Usman Nurmagomedov vs. Archie Colgan, and Nurmagomedov responded to Paul’s impression with good humor, even correcting a Dagestan-training line. The moment feeds ongoing talk of a high-profile crossover fight, with Trump showing interest in a Paul-Nurmagomedov bout.

via bloodyelbow.com|
#crossover-fight#jake-paul#khabib-nurmagomedov
Makhachev vows to chase Garry and grab the takedown at UFC 330
mma1 month ago

Makhachev vows to chase Garry and grab the takedown at UFC 330

Islam Makhachev is gearing up for his UFC 330 title defense against Ian Machado Garry, relocating to New Jersey for final camp and planning to chase Garry’s movement, hunt for a takedown, and use old-school grappling to neutralize him. He notes Garry’s constant running as the key challenge and says he’ll adapt by pressing the fight. Oliveira is mentioned as a teammate navigating Garry’s camp, but Makhachev downplays any country-vs-country narrative, aiming for a 3-0 Irish run in this matchup. Training alongside Khabib Nurmagomedov and Javier Mendez at Nick Catone MMA, the camp is focused and ready for fight night.

via MMA Fighting|
#ian-garry#islam-makhachev#khabib-nurmagomedov
Gaethje Captures Interim Gold in Five‑Round Thriller as Makhachev and Khabib React
sports7 months ago

Gaethje Captures Interim Gold in Five‑Round Thriller as Makhachev and Khabib React

Justin Gaethje defeated Paddy Pimblett in a five‑round UFC 324 war to become the first two‑time interim UFC lightweight champion. Islam Makhachev criticized the main event on X, while Khabib Nurmagomedov congratulated Gaethje, with both in attendance as Umar Nurmagomedov won on the undercard. Gaethje now contemplates a potential title‑unification bout with Ilia Topuria, and hinted retirement could follow that clash.

via Bloody Elbow|
#islam-makhachev#justin-gaethje#khabib-nurmagomedov
Khabib Nurmagomedov Reflects on UFC 229 Fight and Regret
sports9 months ago

Khabib Nurmagomedov Reflects on UFC 229 Fight and Regret

Khabib Nurmagomedov reflected on his dominant victory over Conor McGregor at UFC 229, describing it as a personal vacation and emotional moment, which led to him jumping over the cage and a subsequent brawl. He acknowledged the intensity of the moment and expressed uncertainty about his actions, emphasizing the emotional nature of the event.

via MMA Fighting|
#conor-mcgregor#fight-controversy#khabib-nurmagomedov