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Since his retirement from professional MMA, Khabib Nurmagomedov has ventured into various business opportunities, expanding his brand beyond the octagon. However, the former UFC lightweight champion has been met with criticism from fans who question his choice of endeavors.

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After an illustrious career in mixed martial arts, Nurmagomedov surprised fans when he announced his retirement in 2020 following his victory over Justin Gaethje. Recently, Nurmagomedov‘s foray into the cryptocurrency world also drew criticism from some fans.

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His announcement of introducing an NFT and his involvement in the crypto business received backlash, as cryptocurrencies have faced negative attention due to scams and market volatility. Now, as the ‘Eagle’ enters another venture, it seems like the response from his fans remains the same!

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Khabib Nurmagomedov is at the receiving end of criticism again!

Recently, Nurmagomedov posted an animated video of himself facing his younger version inside the octagon. It was an announcement post for his collaboration with Gameplan. Gameplan is a sports metaverse platform that aims to provide fans with interactive experiences with their favorite athletes.

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While the concept of the collaboration held the potential for engagement, it sparked a wave of negative reactions from fans. Soon after its posting, many fans expressed disappointment and frustration and even accused ‘Eagle’ of selling out.

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Meanwhile, others voiced concerns about the contrast between his previous statements about retirement and his current involvement in various ventures. Here are some of the fan reactions –

Many fans showed their frustration.

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Further, some were annoyed by his tweets.

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Many others pointed out his crypto ventures.

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Meanwhile, some even posted sarcastic comments.

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Moreover, one had an interesting take on this.

Fans are not taking this lightly!

Some even asked him to delete the post.

Further, some questioned his financial strength.

It seems like the majority of the fans are not happy with this move.

As Khabib Nurmagomedov continues to explore new opportunities beyond his fighting career, he has faced a significant backlash from fans who question his choices and the authenticity of his ventures.

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From his retirement from MMA to his recent collaboration with Gameplan and involvement in cryptocurrency ventures, Nurmagomedov‘s diversification has been met with skepticism. What are your thoughts about this latest development in his life? Let us know in the comments below.

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Sushant Sharma

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Sushant Sharma is a UFC Content Analyst at EssentiallySports. A senior writer with almost 1000 articles under his belt, Sushant is always scanning the MMA landscape for current trends and breaking news. His knowledge and expertise in the sport are well-reflected in the ‘Opinion’ pieces he churns out from time to time.

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