A Conor vs. Khabib Rematch Would Take the UFC to the Next Level

Nestled between the absolutely bonkers buildup to the bout (one that included a man throwing a dolly at a bus) and the somehow even wilder aftermath (that included a man flying off …

Nestled between the absolutely bonkers buildup to the bout (one that included a man throwing a dolly at a bus) and the somehow even wilder aftermath (that included a man flying off …

Michael Bisping On McGregor’s UFC 229 Performance: He Gave Up

Michael Bisping believes Conor McGregor may have been looking for a way out despite Khabib Nurmagomedov not having his choke fully sunk in. Bisping served as a desk analyst inside the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada for UFC 229 last night (Oct. 6)….

Michael Bisping believes Conor McGregor may have been looking for a way out despite Khabib Nurmagomedov not having his choke fully sunk in. Bisping served as a desk analyst inside the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada for UFC 229 last night (Oct. 6). He gave his thoughts on the main event once it concluded. […]

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Dana White Not Even Thinking About Khabib vs. McGregor Rematch

Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) president Dana White doesn’t even want to think about booking a rematch between Khabib Nurmagomedov and Conor McGregor. There was a ton of emotion going into the main event of UFC 229. Nurmagomedov and McGrego…

Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) president Dana White doesn’t even want to think about booking a rematch between Khabib Nurmagomedov and Conor McGregor. There was a ton of emotion going into the main event of UFC 229. Nurmagomedov and McGregor have been involved in an ugly feud that has caused confrontations, a bus attack, and jail […]

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Khabib’s Manager Issues Statement On UFC 229 Brawl

Following last nights (Oct 6, 2018) wild ending to an otherwise spectacular UFC 229 Khabib Nurmagomedov’s manager Ali Abdelaziz has issued a statement regarding the post-fight brawl. Conor McGregor pulled out all the stops to hype UFC 229’s main event. But the Irishman made it personal when he verbally attacked Khabib’s father, his country, and […]

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Following last nights (Oct 6, 2018) wild ending to an otherwise spectacular UFC 229 Khabib Nurmagomedov’s manager Ali Abdelaziz has issued a statement regarding the post-fight brawl.

Conor McGregor pulled out all the stops to hype UFC 229’s main event. But the Irishman made it personal when he verbally attacked Khabib’s father, his country, and his manager Abdelaziz).

There are so many moving parts to last nights brawl. McGregor hurling a dolly at a bus full of people. The UFC then using that footage to promote the fight. That promotion could be called questionable.

Footage has emerged today that shows Abdelaziz being in the thick of the chaos outside the cage. Abdelaziz was a big part of the narrative leading up to the fight and thus felt compelled to share his thoughts on the night. (via Instagram):

The ‘Apology’

“I want to congratulate my brother @khabib_nurmagomedov The undisputed, undefeated pound for pound king. There was never 2 Kings from beginning, only one king. This is not the way we want to celebrate such a dominant performance but when you talk about people’s country, family and religion and intentionally try to kill someone like he said and the cornermen running their mouths after, this is the fight game & shit happens.

“The fans got an amazing fight and a great show. I want apologize to the Nevada athletic commission, the governer of Nevada and I want to thank Las Vegas police department and security for doing such an unbelievable job. Now everyone understands who’s the amateur here.”

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I want to congratulate my brother @khabib_nurmagomedov The undisputed, undefeated pound for pound king. There was never 2 Kings from beginning, only one king. This is not the way we want to celebrate such a dominant performance but when you talk about people’s country, family and religion and intentionally try to kill someone like he said and the cornermen running their mouths after, this is the fight game & shit happens. The fans got an amazing fight and a great show. I want apologize to the Nevada athletic commission, the governer of Nevada and I want to thank Las Vegas police department and security for doing such an unbelievable job. Now everyone understands who’s the amateur here.

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The Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC) has withheld Khabib’s purse from UFC 229. He will likely face a fine and lengthy suspension. His U.S. visa renewal could be impacted and his status as the lightweight champion is not guaranteed.

Much like Khabib’s half-hearted apology at the post-fight press conference, Abdelaziz defers much of the blame to McGregor. It seems everyone is sorry but no one wants to admit fault.

UFC 229 was the biggest and most important event in the sport’s history. The hype was real. The card delivered one of the best rivalries in UFC history as a result. The champion’s career-defining win has been overshadowed.

And that’s just a shame. Was Abdelaziz’s “apology” enough?

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Khabib’s Manager Releases Statement Following UFC 229 Brawl

Khabib Nurmagomedov’s manager Ali Abdelaziz has released a statement after the UFC 229 chaos. Last night (Oct. 6), Nurmagomedov defended his UFC lightweight title against Conor McGregor. “The Eagle” submitted McGregor in the fourth ro…

Khabib Nurmagomedov’s manager Ali Abdelaziz has released a statement after the UFC 229 chaos. Last night (Oct. 6), Nurmagomedov defended his UFC lightweight title against Conor McGregor. “The Eagle” submitted McGregor in the fourth round, getting his vindication after an ugly buildup to the fight. The win wasn’t enough for Nurmagomedov, however, as he hopped […]

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Eight Biggest Takeaways From Out-Of-Control UFC 229

Last night’s (Sat., October 6, 2018) UFC 229 is in the books from the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. From knockouts to come-from-behind wins, the night lived up to lofty expectations. With so many heart-stopping moments and unexpected fiascos, it’s inevitably going to result in a mix of water cooler talk on Monday morning. […]

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Last night’s (Sat., October 6, 2018) UFC 229 is in the books from the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. From knockouts to come-from-behind wins, the night lived up to lofty expectations. With so many heart-stopping moments and unexpected fiascos, it’s inevitably going to result in a mix of water cooler talk on Monday morning.

From Conor McGregor tapping out again, to the unbelievable comeback and heart of Derrick Lewis, to the unfortunate brawl after the awaited main event, UFC 229 was just one hell of a night.

Here are LowkickMMA’s eight biggest takeaways from the absolutely out-of-control UFC 229.

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Khabib Should Be Arrested And/Or Stripped

By all accounts, UFC 229 was the biggest and most-watched fight card in company history. Yet Khabib Nurmagomedov decided to act a fool.

It’s a shame that such a masterful performance will be marred in controversy. But unfortunately that’s the situation with Khabib, and the sport of MMA finds itself in. What was he thinking as he scaled the cage and dove at Dillon Danis?

UFC President Dana White was noticeably subdued during the post-fight press conference when he explained that he doesn’t know what the future holds for the unbeaten champion. Several media members asked White if Khabib would be stripped of his lightweight title.

White chose his words carefully while addressing Khabib but did reveal that the Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC) is going to most likely slam the Dagestani for this actions on Saturday night.

Making matters worse for Khabib, Nevada’s governor was in attendance for UFC 229. Per White, the governor went running for his life when the brawl broke out. The governor oversees the athletic commission. That can’t bode well for the Dagestani.

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