Tag: Gadzhi Rabadanov

Teammate Says ‘Different Level’ Khabib Nurmagomedov Could Defeat Dricus Du Plessis At Middleweight

When Khabib Nurmagomedov announced that he would be retiring from MMA at UFC 254 in 2020, he did what very few athletes are able to do. “The Eagle” left the sport that he had dedicated his life to whilst being at the very top of the game. With an undefeated record of 29-0 and three […]

When Khabib Nurmagomedov announced that he would be retiring from MMA at UFC 254 in 2020, he did what very few athletes are able to do. “The Eagle” left the sport that he had dedicated his life to whilst being at the very top of the game.

With an undefeated record of 29-0 and three title defenses under his belt, Nurmagomedov stuck to the promise that he had made his mother following the tragic loss of his father and coach, Abdulmanap. Who knows how much longer the champion could’ve stayed at the top but his final performance inside the Octagon against Justin Gaethje proved that he was still the best lightweight in the world by some distance.

Since then, he has used his unbreakable mentality and elite experience to benefit the fighters around him by acting as a coach. His team recently had success at the 2024 PFL World Championships in Riyadh where Gadzhi Rabadanov brought even more lightweight gold to their trophy cabinet by stopping Brent Primus.

In an interview with Bloody Elbow, Rabadanov spoke about the former UFC lightweight king and how he continues to be incredibly dedicated even after hanging up the gloves for good.

“He trains like a professional fighter still, ever single day, he’s never going to stop. If he could he’d train while he’s flying or in the Arabian dessert.”

Though he is still constantly training alongside his teammates, Nurmagomedov has put on a fair bit of size since stepping away which isn’t necessarily surprising given that lightweight was a difficult weight cut for him at several points in his career. With that in mind, though he doesn’t think Khabib will ever come back, Rabadanov believes that he could be a champion again in whatever weight class he ends up in.

He believes that 185-pounds would probably be a better fit for “The Eagle” at this point in time but that doesn’t mean that Dricus Du Plessis would be able to stop from him getting his hands on UFC gold again if that’s what he really wanted.

“He’s not lightweight any more. I think maybe middleweight is good. 100 per cent [he could beat Dricus Du Plessis]. Khabib is different level.”

Islam Makhachev Congratulates Teammate On PFL Championship Win

UFC Lightweight Champion Islam Makhachev watched on as another teammate claimed 155-pound title glory in a major promotion. Gadzi Rabadanov, a former Eagle FC competitor and Bellator contender, was among those competing with gold on the line at the 2024 PFL World Championship last Friday, where both PFL Global and inaugural PFL MENA belts were […]

UFC Lightweight Champion Islam Makhachev watched on as another teammate claimed 155-pound title glory in a major promotion.

Gadzi Rabadanov, a former Eagle FC competitor and Bellator contender, was among those competing with gold on the line at the 2024 PFL World Championship last Friday, where both PFL Global and inaugural PFL MENA belts were dished out.

The Dagestani figured on the main card opposite Brent Primus, whom he earned the right to face in the lightweight final by outpointing Solomon Renfro and Elvin Espinoza in the regular season before knocking out Michael Dufort in the semifinal.

And Rabadanov sent the former Bellator champion to the same fate as Dumont in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on Nov. 29, dominating through two rounds before brutally face-planting the American to close the show in the third frame.

With the result, the Makhachkala native won gold in a major promotion, took home $1 million in prize money, and marked the latest from Khabib Nurmagomedov’s famed team to earn champion status.

That was no doubt unsurprising to those who’ve trained with him, one being Makhachev. The UFC’s lightweight kingpin has long touted Rabadanov for success, and he praised his teammate’s victory in a social media post this past weekend.

“Congratulations brother @gadzhi_rabadanov. I think in this Grand Prix you’re just beginning to reach your potential… And now a well-deserved rest.”

Rabadanov has joined UFC’s Makhachev and Bellator standout Usman Nurmagomedov as the three lightweight titleholders in the major US-based organizations.

In the past, Nurmagomedov has been tipped by his team to succeed Makhachev as the 155-pound king on MMA’s biggest stage. But with Rabadanov earning global praise for his 10th straight win, perhaps he, too, will pursue success in the Octagon down the line.

‘Million Dollar Faceplant’ – Fans React As Gadzhi Rabadanov Becomes Latest From Team Khabib To Win Gold At PFL World Championship

Dagestan now has another world champion in MMA after Gadzhi Rabadanov pulled off a strong finish of Brent Primus to become this year’s lightweight title winner at the 2024 PFL World Championship in Saudi Arabia. Rabadanov and Primus traded strikes early, with the former landing low kicks and his American counterpart responding with elbows and […]

Dagestan now has another world champion in MMA after Gadzhi Rabadanov pulled off a strong finish of Brent Primus to become this year’s lightweight title winner at the 2024 PFL World Championship in Saudi Arabia.

Rabadanov and Primus traded strikes early, with the former landing low kicks and his American counterpart responding with elbows and submission attempts when the fight went to the ground.

Primus notably looked for a guillotine, and even a rare gogoplata. The Dagestani defended the attempts well, delivering ground-and-pound as the ex-Bellator champ looked for openings.

Rabadanov dropped Primus in the second round with a strong right hand. Despite the veteran’s attempts at the rubber guard and more submission attempts, the Russian controlled the fight on the mat and landed some notable ground strikes.

The teammate of reigning UFC champion Islam Makhachev and former kingpin Khabib Nurmagomedov then put Primus away early in the third with a powerful one-two that faceplanted him.

Gadzhi Rabadanov Wins PFL Lightweight Title With Third-Round Finish

A former Combat Sambo world champion, Rabadanov joined the PFL following its acquisition of Bellator. He reached today’s title fight after wins over Solomon Renfro, Elvin Espinoza, and Michael Dufort this season.

Primus, meanwhile, earned wins over Bruno Miranda, Renfro, and Clay Collard to reach the Riyadh-held event on Nov. 29.

Gadzhi Rabadanov Lands Brutal Third-Round Knockout of Brent Primus – PFL World Championship Highlights

Gadzhi Rabadanov Lands Brutal Third-Round Knockout of Brent Primus - PFL World Championship HighlightsGadzhi Rabadanov put his world-class striking on display and scored an epic third-round knockout against former Bellator titleholder Brent…

Gadzhi Rabadanov Lands Brutal Third-Round Knockout of Brent Primus - PFL World Championship Highlights

Gadzhi Rabadanov put his world-class striking on display and scored an epic third-round knockout against former Bellator titleholder Brent Primus at the PFL World Championship in Riyadh.

Rabadanov got his ground game going right out of the gate, landing an early takedown on Primus and controlling the action on the mat. Primus went submission hunting from the bottom, searching for a guillotine and a gogoplata. Primus was unable to lock in a maneuver, but his offense from the bottom kept Rabadanov from accomplishing anything substantial on top.

Primus did a better job of fending off the takedown in the second, but Rabadanov connected with a right hook that sat Primus down just before the two-minute mark of the round. Rabadanov quickly followed him down to the mat and settled into Primus’ guard. Primus never made it back to his feet, essentially surrendering the round to Rabadanov.

It was more of the same in the third round with Rabadanov blasting Primus with a booming right hand that sent the ex-Bellator champion to the mat. This time, Rabadanov opted to stay on his feet, peppering Primus with leg kicks before letting him back up. Rabadanov clearly has a speed advantage over Primus and lands another heavy blow, this time a left hand.

Primus eats it, but Rabadanov comes right back with a combination that stiffens Primus on his feet. Rabadanov lands another right that sends Primus crashing to the canvas face first. Rabadanov lands one more shot on the ground before referee Keith Peterson can step in and call for the stoppage.

Official Result: Gadzhi Rabadanov def. Brent Primus via KO (strike) at 2:31 of Round 3.

Check out highlights from Brent Primus vs. Gadzhi Rabadanov at the pFL World Championship:

Brent Primus vs. Gadzhi Rabadanov – Odds and Match Preview

Brent Primus and Gadzhi RabadanovThe upcoming PFL MMA match between Brent Primus and Gadzhi Rabadanov is set to be an exciting lightweight bout…

Brent Primus and Gadzhi Rabadanov

The upcoming PFL MMA match between Brent Primus and Gadzhi Rabadanov is set to be an exciting lightweight bout for the finals of the 2024 PFL Lightweight Tournament Championship. The stakes are incredibly high, with the winner not only claiming the championship title but also taking home a substantial $1 million prize.

Brent Primus vs. Gadzhi Rabadanov

Gadzhi Rabadanov appears to be the clear favorite in his upcoming PFL MMA match against Brent Primus. The odds heavily favor Rabadanov, with one bookmaker listing him at -550, while Primus is considered the underdog at +400. This means that a $100 bet on Rabadanov would potentially yield a profit of about $18, while the same bet on Primus could result in a $400 profit if he wins. If you want to make a profit then check out the Razed crypto casino right here.

These odds suggest that bookmakers and bettors view Rabadanov as having a significantly higher chance of winning the fight.

Brent Primus is a former Bellator champion and has a black belt in jiu-jitsu. He is a veteran of the sport. Primus had a challenging upbringing, facing homelessness and legal troubles in his youth. He found his way into MMA through amateur fights and quickly rose through the ranks.

Primus is known for his exceptional grappling skills, particularly his Brazilian jiu-jitsu. He has a strong submission game, with 8 of his 15 wins coming by submission. His ability to control opponents on the ground and finish fights with various chokes and joint locks makes him a formidable opponent.

Gadzhi Rabadanov is a Russian mixed martial artist with a strong combat sports background. Rabadanov began his martial arts journey with combat sambo under the tutelage of Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov, father of UFC champion Khabib Nurmagomedov. He earned the Eagle Fighting Championship lightweight title and International Master of Sports in mixed martial arts.

Rabadanov, coming from a combat sambo background, has a well-rounded skill set with a mix of knockouts, submissions, and decision victories. His experience in sambo may give him an edge in the clinch and with takedowns.

Both fighters have had impressive runs in the 2024 PFL Lightweight Tournament. Brent Primus secured his spot in the finals by defeating Clay Collard in the semifinals by unanimous decision. Rabadanov reached the finals after a knockout victory over Michael Dufort in the second round of their semifinal bout.

The winner of this match will not only be crowned the 2024 PFL Lightweight Champion but will also secure a life-changing $1 million prize. For Primus, a victory would mark a major comeback after losing his Bellator title and solidify his position as a top lightweight in the world. For Rabadanov, winning the tournament would be the biggest achievement of his career and potentially open doors to even bigger opportunities in the future.

This matchup promises to be an intriguing clash of styles, with Brent Primus’s grappling prowess going up against Rabadanov’s well-rounded skill set. Both fighters have shown the ability to finish fights and compete at a high level, setting the stage for what should be an exciting and closely contested championship bout.