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Khabib Nurmagomedov’s Manager Names ‘The Only Guy’ Who Can Surpass His 29-0 Record

According to the manager of Khabib Nurmagomedov, there is just one fighter capable of surpassing the former UFC lightweight champion’s unblemished record in mixed martial arts. Khabib is widely regarded as one of the all-time best in MMA, having never tasted defeat throughout his career. The Dagestani secured the throne with a victory over Al […]

According to the manager of Khabib Nurmagomedov, there is just one fighter capable of surpassing the former UFC lightweight champion’s unblemished record in mixed martial arts.

Khabib is widely regarded as one of the all-time best in MMA, having never tasted defeat throughout his career. The Dagestani secured the throne with a victory over Al iaquinta before recording successful defenses over Conor McGregor, Dustin Poirier, and Justin Gaethje.

“The Eagle” ultimately decided to hang up his gloves owing to the passing of his father. But while many believe he exited the sport prematurely, there’s still doubt over whether anyone will even come close to his unbeaten run.

During a recent interview with MMA Junkie’s Mike Bohn, however, his manager Ali Abdelaziz pinpointed another Nurmagomedov who could accomplish such a feat.

“There’s no doubt in my mind Umar (Nurmagomedov) will be a champion at 135 pounds, and I believe Umar is going to be a champion for a long time,” Abdelaziz said. “I think Umar is the only guy who can really challenge Khabib’s record. He can retire undefeated, 29-0, 30-0. Of course he has a tough opponent, but I believe Umar is better everywhere.

“Umar is one of the best fighters I’ve ever seen,” Abdelaziz continued. “He is so good everywhere, and he’s so humble and so nice. He was offered Merab in Madison Square Garden and he said yes. He was offered Merab in December and he said yes. … Obviously Merab did not want this fight, he didn’t think Umar deserves it. … Sometimes you have to defend your turf. His turf is his title. He was pushed into this fight, he did not want this fight, he didn’t think Umar deserves this fight.”

Nurmagomedov will need to win another 11 straight fights to match Khabib’s record and 12 to surpass it, having gone 18-0 as a professional to date.

And his ‘0’ will meet its toughest test to date later this month when he competes for Merab Dvalishvili’s bantamweight title in the co-main event of UFC 311, the promotion’s first pay-per-view of the new year.

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Bryan Battle Used to Smoke Up With Khabib Nurmagomedov and the Bear “Back in the Day”

Bryan Battle Used to Smoke Up With Khabib Nurmagomedov and the Bear "Back in the Day" Back in the day, Bryan Battle loved to sick back, smoke a J, and watch Khabib Nurmagomedov wrestle bears….

Back in the day, Bryan Battle loved to sick back, smoke a J, and watch Khabib Nurmagomedov wrestle bears.

During a recent appearance on the JAXXON podcast with Quinton ‘Rampage’ Jackson, ‘The Butcher’ revealed that one of his favorite activities used to consist of hanging out on his porch while watching a video clip of a young Nurmagomedov wrestling wild bears alongside his father and legendary coach, Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov.

“I used to just sit on my porch and, like, back in the day—I don’t do this anymore—but back in the day, I would smoke weed and just sit there and watch the video of him wrestling the bear as a baby,” Battle said. “Just sitting there, just like… I thought that sh*t was the funniest sh*t in the world, you know what I’m saying? He’s just sitting there as, like, a little kid with a f*cking bear, you know what I’m saying?”

Check out the video below:

Khabib Wrestled His Way to the top of MMA

Nurmagomedov is considered by many to be one of if not the greatest mixed martial artists of all time. During his 12-year career, ‘The Eagle’ captured the UFC lightweight world title and notched a trio of highlight-reel finishes against the likes of Conor McGregor, Dustin Poirier, and Justin Gaethje.

Introducing American MMA fans to the dominant style of Dagestani wrestling, Nurmagomedov went an incredible 29-0 with more than a third of his wins coming via submission.

Sadly, Nurmagomedov walked away from the sport in 2020 following his third defense of the 155-pound crown. Since then, he has coached his protege, Islam Makhachev, to the lightweight title and will be in the corner of his cousin Umar Nurmagomedov who challenges Merab Dvalishvili for the bantamweight championship at UFC 311 on January 18.

As for Bryan Battle, the Missouri native is riding a four-fight win streak with victories over Gabe Green, AJ Fletcher, Kevin Jousset, and Randy Brown. Battle’s win over Brown at UFC 310 moved him to 7-1 under the promotional banner and 12-2 overall.

Bryan Battle Used to Smoke Up With Khabib Nurmagomedov and the Bear “Back in the Day”

Back in the day, Bryan Battle loved to sick back, smoke a J, and watch Khabib Nurmagomedov wrestle bears….

Back in the day, Bryan Battle loved to sick back, smoke a J, and watch Khabib Nurmagomedov wrestle bears.

“I used to just sit on my porch and, like, back in the day—I don’t do this anymore—but back in the day, I would smoke weed and just sit there and watch the video of him wrestling the bear as a baby,” Battle said. “Just sitting there, just like… I thought that sh*t was the funniest sh*t in the world, you know what I’m saying? He’s just sitting there as, like, a little kid with a f*cking bear, you know what I’m saying?”

Check out the video below:

Khabib Wrestled His Way to the top of MMA

Introducing American MMA fans to the dominant style of Dagestani wrestling, Nurmagomedov went an incredible 29-0 with more than a third of his wins coming via submission.

Bryan Battle Used to Smoke Up With Khabib Nurmagomedov and the Bear “Back in the Day”

Back in the day, Bryan Battle loved to sick back, smoke a J, and watch Khabib Nurmagomedov wrestle bears….

Back in the day, Bryan Battle loved to sick back, smoke a J, and watch Khabib Nurmagomedov wrestle bears.

“I used to just sit on my porch and, like, back in the day—I don’t do this anymore—but back in the day, I would smoke weed and just sit there and watch the video of him wrestling the bear as a baby,” Battle said. “Just sitting there, just like… I thought that sh*t was the funniest sh*t in the world, you know what I’m saying? He’s just sitting there as, like, a little kid with a f*cking bear, you know what I’m saying?”

Check out the video below:

Khabib Wrestled His Way to the top of MMA

Introducing American MMA fans to the dominant style of Dagestani wrestling, Nurmagomedov went an incredible 29-0 with more than a third of his wins coming via submission.

Bryan Battle Used to Smoke Up With Khabib Nurmagomedov and the Bear “Back in the Day”

Back in the day, Bryan Battle loved to sick back, smoke a J, and watch Khabib Nurmagomedov wrestle bears….

Back in the day, Bryan Battle loved to sick back, smoke a J, and watch Khabib Nurmagomedov wrestle bears.

“I used to just sit on my porch and, like, back in the day—I don’t do this anymore—but back in the day, I would smoke weed and just sit there and watch the video of him wrestling the bear as a baby,” Battle said. “Just sitting there, just like… I thought that sh*t was the funniest sh*t in the world, you know what I’m saying? He’s just sitting there as, like, a little kid with a f*cking bear, you know what I’m saying?”

Check out the video below:

Khabib Wrestled His Way to the top of MMA

Introducing American MMA fans to the dominant style of Dagestani wrestling, Nurmagomedov went an incredible 29-0 with more than a third of his wins coming via submission.

Coach Khabib Nurmagomedov Leads the Charge as Trainer Coming into UFC 311

The undefeated former UFC Lightweight Champion Khabib Nurmagomedov has taken over as the main coach at the AKA gym….

The undefeated former UFC Lightweight Champion Khabib Nurmagomedov has taken over as the main coach at the AKA gym. The Dagestanit fighter was known for his dominant career in the UFC and has transitioned from competition to coaching, with impressive success. His coaching career will be tested in two championship matches at UFC 311.

Coach Khabib Nurmagomedov

AKA head coach Javier Mendez explained Khabib’s journey into coaching in a recent interview with Helen Yee, stating, “To be honest with you, when he stopped fighting—that’s when I think he really took it over. But he was always showing indications that he liked coaching his brothers.”

Even during his fighting career, Khabib showed his passion for coaching. After his own sparring sessions, he would stay and assist his teammates, including his cousin Umar Nurmagomedov and childhood friend Islam Makhachev. His dedication to coaching has been a consistent part of his career. “So, he’s been doing this forever. Yeah, well, he is very passionate.” Mendez added.

Khabib retired from MMA after his victory over Justin Gaethje in October 2020, with an undefeated record of 29-0. Since then, he has focused on coaching at the AKA gym, working alongside Mendez and mentoring several fighters. His influence has been key in the success of fighters like Makhachev, who credits Khabib for enhancing his strategy and skill set in striking and wrestling.

UFC 311

Makhachev, who is the current UFC Lightweight Champion, has praised Khabib Nurmagomedov’s coaching, describing him as “someone who nobody can control” in the gym. Khabib’s intensity and commitment to his fighters’ development have been integral to their success in the UFC.

Khabib Nurmagomedov’s coaching style continues to shape the future of MMA as he guides the next generation of champions, including Makhachev and Umar Nurmagomedov, who are both set in title matches at UFC 311.