Khabib Nurmagomedov Campaigns For Cousin to be on Conor McGregor vs Dustin Poirier Card

Khabib Nurmagomedov is one of the greatest fighters in MMA history. While many also argue his position as undisputed and others say it isn’t, there is no denying that Khabib was a beast in the octagon.

The now-retired 29-0 fighter had re-focused his energies on a lot of things with the sport of MMA. However, he himself isn’t fighting actively.

Instead, Khabib is promoting others. This includes his cousin Umar Nurmagomedov, who is yet to make his UFC debut. Umar was scheduled to debut on UFC 254 on the undercard of Khabib’s fight with Justin Gaethje.

However, Umar was forced to withdraw because of a staph infection. But it seems like he may be returning soon, according to Khabib’s Instagram.

The translation reads, “You see the one from behind? He just wants to break into @ufc January 23. We hope it will happen. Get ready brother.”

Khabib asking for his cousin to be on the Conor McGregor vs Dustin Poirier card shows his intelligence. It would be a massive showcase for him, and hopefully, the UFC can get him on.

Khabib Nurmagomedov: Not quitting MMA?

Well, he probably will never quit MMA. While he may stop fighting inside the cage, Khabib will probably be a big influence on the next generation of Dagestani fighters.

He has often taken pride in his role as the main provider for not only his family but his community. His father taught a band of students, and that is probably where Khabib is headed.

Khabib can become one of the best trainers in MMA based on his impeccable record inside the cage. Many of the Dagestani fighters that have debuted after Khabib already credit him for being a massive inspiration and teacher.

Maybe this is precisely what he was always going to become. Hopefully, this is the role that Khabib takes on if he isn’t fighting. While he will always be missed inside the cage, contributing to the future of the sport like this is commendable.