All articles tagged with #usman nurmagomedov
Salahdine Parnasse headlines UFC Paris in his promotional debut against Dan Hooker, entering the lightweight division on a five-fight win streak after signing with the UFC; with Usman Nurmagomedov now a free agent, Parnasse says a fight with him is a possibility, and a win over Hooker could unlock bigger matchups in the star-heavy division.
Song Yadong explains the post-fight scene after his KO of Umar Nurmagomedov at UFC Shanghai, saying Usman Nurmagomedov didn’t actually throw an elbow and that the moment looked worse in slow motion; he emphasizes there was no malice between the brothers. Usman defended his reaction, with Daniel Cormier offering context. The win vaults Song into UFC title contention after what he calls the biggest win of his career in Shanghai.
Matt Brown defended Usman Nurmagomedov, calling the post-knockout moment with Song Yadong at UFC Shanghai a “nothing burger” and saying Usman wasn’t trying to strike Yadong, instead focused on checking his brother. He shared his own experiences with emotionally charged corners in MMA and suggested that having a close relative in the corner can complicate things, especially in chaotic moments.
Daniel Cormier defended Usman Nurmagomedov, saying he did not elbow Song Yadong and was simply reacting emotionally to his brother Umar Nurmagomedov's KO at UFC Fight Night 286 in Shanghai. While acknowledging that jumping the cage is not allowed, Cormier urged understanding of Usman’s impulse to rush to Umar’s side, and noted there could be consequences despite the moment’s emotion. Usman, who is 22-0 as a free agent, has drawn interest from UFC CEO Dana White.
Daniel Cormier contends Usman Nurmagomedov did not elbow Song Yadong after Song’s knockout of Umar Nurmagomedov at UFC Shanghai; Usman’s rush into the cage was driven by emotion and concern for his brother, not an attack, and the incident prompted no official statement as officials kept the situation under control.
Usman Nurmagomedov released a statement denying he intended to strike Song Yadong after Umar Nurmagomedov’s knockout at UFC Shanghai, saying he ran into Yadong while checking on his brother and urging fans not to overreact; Song Yadong celebrated the win and Umar Nurmagomedov later said he was fine, with other UFC figures weighing in on the incident.
Usman Nurmagomedov rushed into the UFC Shanghai cage to comfort his brother Umar after Umar’s knockout loss to Song Yadong, nearly colliding with Yadong in the process. In a Sunday Instagram post, Nurmagomedov urged critics to calm down, describing his actions as brotherly and driven by emotional family bonds. He suggested any punishment would depend on the regulating body and noted his status as a hot free agent with UFC interest reportedly acknowledged by Dana White.
Ilia Topuria’s manager Malki Kawa slammed Ali Abdelaziz’s assertion that Usman Nurmagomedov could easily beat Topuria and the entire UFC roster, declaring that Topuria would annihilate 100% of Abdelaziz’s roster (including Gaethje) and promising a masterclass upon his return after a loss to Gaethje; Topuria is recovering from facial injuries after that title fight and is expected to return soon.
The Mailbag article speculates Usman Nurmagomedov is headed to the UFC after becoming a free agent and weighs potential debut opponents. Readers discuss options ranging from a fast-tracked test against top contenders (including names like Max Holloway or Charles Oliveira) to a slower build, noting Nurmagomedov’s relatively sparse major wins. The piece also touches on MVP’s promotion and the potential MVPFL merger, and sel ects reader questions about Uros Medic and Islam Makhachev’s win-streak comparisons.
PFL lightweight champion Usman Nurmagomedov will decide soon whether to continue with UFC or another path as his PFL contract ends, with negotiations expected over the coming month, per cousin-coach Khabib Nurmagomedov, after his latest title defense in New York amid the PFL–MVP merger.
Khabib Nurmagomedov says Usman Nurmagomedov will decide his next fight league within a month after closing his PFL contract with a title defense, with UFC interest looming.
Nurmagomedov's July 31 win over Archie Colgan ended his PFL contract, triggering free-agent speculation about a jump to UFC or a re-signing with PFL, as UFC interest surfaces and PFL negotiates amid a MVP MMA merger. At 28, he says he'll consult his team and rely on his family's guidance (including the 'Father's Plan') while weighing legacy against the money required to chase a title in his prime.
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.
Nurmagomedov defended the lightweight title with a first‑round KO of Archie Colgan at PFL New York, ending his PFL contract and launching him into free agency as MMA’s hottest available talent. He said his next move will depend on money and input from his team, noting that his late father Abdulmanap’s “legacy” plan is guiding him but won’t pay the bills. With the MVP–PFL merger in play and Jake Paul in attendance, Nurmagomedov kept the door open to future destinations, including the UFC, as he weighs options with his family and team.
Usman Nurmagomedov defended his PFL title with a first-round KO in the main event at PFL New York, while Dakota Ditcheva made her return to the promotion on the UBS Arena card in Long Island, New York.