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On YouTubeMMA News / Yardbarker / June 3
Ex-UFC champ: Islam Makhachev is more beatable than mentor
Following his fifth-round submission win over Dustin Poirier at UFC 302 over the weekend, UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev (26-1) was widely compared to his mentor Khabib Nurmagomedov (29-0).
MMA News / FirstSportz / June 3
'Today Islam grew a lot,' Khabib Nurmagomedov gives credit to Islam Makhachev for UFC 302 performance
Islam Makhachev bagged a thrilling submission victory over veteran Dustin Poirier in the main event of UFC 302. Khabib Nurmagomedov was in Makhachev’s corner at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ.
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / May 31
Umar Nurmagomedov Looks to Steal No. 1 Contender Spot from Cory Sandhagen
Umar Nurmagomedov is finally set to have his moment on the big stage. Originally, the rising Russian star was supposed to fight Cory Sandhagen in August 2023 in Nashville.
MMA News / Sherdog.com / May 29
Khabib Nurmagomedov Returns to Islam Makhachev’s Corner at UFC 302
Islam Makhachev has confirmed that Khabib Nurmagomedov will be in his corner for his upcoming title fight. Makhachev (25-1) will defend his lightweight title against Dustin Poirier (30-8) in the UFC 302 main event on June 1 at Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey.
MMA News / CBSSPorts.com / May 29
UFC 302: Khabib Nurmagomedov back in Islam Makhachev's corner for title defense vs. Dustin Poirier
Nurmagomedov is back in the sport after a brief hiatus
MMA News / FirstSportz / May 29
Team Khabib Nurmagomedov’s brotherhood is ‘strongest bond in MMA industry’ claims head coach
Khabib Nurmagomedov took the reigns of Eagles MMA after the death of his father Abdulmanap. Eagles MMA is more than a team. Abdulmanap had taken care to raise his team like a family.
MMA News / Sherdog.com / May 28
Coach Shares How Khabib Nurmagomedov Prepped Dustin Poirier for UFC 302
Order Now! UFC 302 “Makhachev vs. Poirier” Saturday at 10 p.m. ET on ESPN+ Dustin Poirier’s (30-8) longtime coach, Mike Brown, claims “The Diamond” has made necessary adjustments to his game after his loss against Khabib Nurmagomedov.
MMA News / Sherdog.com / May 21
Javier Mendez: Conor McGregor Hasn’t Been the Same Since Khabib Nurmagomedov Loss
American Kickboxing Academy coach Javier Mendez believes Conor McGregor hasn’t been the same since fighting Khabib Nurmagomedov. Islam Makhachev recently expressed interest in facing McGregor, backtracking on his previous stance.
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / May 15
Tax Issues Create Interesting Rumors Swirling Around Khabib Nurmagomedov
Dana White relentlessly attempted to get Khabib Nurmagomdov to stay in the UFC. But until recently, it appeared any attempts to get him to fight again would be more difficult than wrestling a bear, something Khabib’s dad would have him do growing up.
MMA News / BoxingNews.com / May 15
Khabib Denies Owing Russian Government Via Unpaid Taxes
Khabib Nurmagomedov has denied reports that he is in trouble with the Russian authorities for not paying the correct amount of taxes. The fighter is facing issues after suggestions that his tax affairs are under scrutiny.
MMA News / Ringside Intel / May 13
Will Khabib Nurmagomedov’s Tax Debt Lead to a UFC Return? 3 Possible Opponents for ‘The Eagle’ Including Conor McGregor
Khabib Nurmagomedov might be in hot water over unpaid taxes. According to several reports, the Russian Federal Tax Service has the spotlight on the former UFC lightweight champion after uncovering discrepancies in several of his businesses.
MMA News / Dice City Sports / April 13
Looking Back at Khabib vs. Conor
UFC 229 was a memorable card. With a big main event between Conor McGregor and Khabib Nurmagomedov, it was set to shatter records. What kind of records?
MMA News / Ringside Intel / March 28
GSP Details Strategy for Lost Khabib Nurmagomedov Fight
While we never got the heavily hyped showdown between Khabib Nurmagomedov and Georges St. Pierre, the former welterweight and middleweight champion explained how he planned on handing his hypothetical opponent. When Pound 4 Pound podcast co-host Henry Cejudo asked St.
MMA News / Sherdog.com / March 4
Khabib Nurmagomedov Reveals Team Was Contacted Regarding Return at UFC 300
Khabib Nurmagomedov refuses to be lured into an Octagon return despite repeated attempts from the Ultimate Fighting Championship. Nurmagomedov revealed that his manager, Ali Abdelaziz, was recently approached by the promotion for a potential return at the UFC 300 card on April 13.
Golden State Warriors News / Fadeaway World / March 2
Stephen Curry Gifts Khabib Nurmagomedov Game-Worn Jersey After Tough Win Over Raptors
In a meeting of two legends from different sports, UFC icon Khabib Nurmagomedov found himself star-struck upon encountering Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry at the Scotiabank Arena.
UFC 300 News: Khabib Nurmagomedov Baffled by BMF Title Fight, Clears Air on Return
Khabib Nurmagomedov is left confused by the UFC's matchmaking as of late. The promotion put together a stacked card at UFC 300 featuring a lightweight tournament of sorts.
MMA News / ClutchPoints / February 13
UFC star Khabib Nurmagomedov shows off boxing skills with AKA headcoach
Former UFC champion Khabib Nurmagomedov, a Hall of Famer, delighted fans by showcasing his boxing skills in a throwback training video shared by his longtime coach Javier Mendez, reported by Essentially Sports.
UFC News: Umar Nurmagomedov's Mystery Opponent Finally Revealed
Not many fighters are lining up to fight Umar Nurmagomedov. Cousin to the legendary Khabib Nurmagomedov, Umar is also undefeated with a perfect 16-0 record.
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