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Khabib Nurmagomedov Faces Severe Backlash for Showing “Weak Mindset” With His Latest Islam Makhachev Comments

Published 12/14/2022, 7:25 AM EST

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Khabib Nurmagomedov is forming a dynasty of Dagestani fighters. He has set out a plan to complete his father, Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov‘s dream. ‘The Eagle’ recently appeared in his own promotion, Eagle FC. He spoke about fellow Russian fighters and gave his opinion on each one of them. Some of the fans opined on Nurmagomedov‘s views of Islam Makhachev‘s title defenses.

Khabib Nurmagomedov extensively spoke about some of his compatriots. The fans had mixed reactions to the UFC legend’s comments.

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Khabib Nurmagomedov lays out a plan for Islam Makhachev

MMA fans are not oblivious that Islam Makhachev considers Khabib Nurmagomedov as his Godfather. ‘The Eagle’ has been planning the rise of Makhachev to the pinnacle of the lightweight division and succeeded when he defeated Charles Oliveira to become the undisputed king of lightweights. He has also planned his compatriot’s future title defenses.

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Nurmagomedov said, “I think he needs at least five [title defenses], maybe six. That would be ideal. Six defenses, that’s six fights and three years. Then it’s possible that the sport leaves him because nobody can stay on top forever.”

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Khabib Nurmagomedov has triggered some sections of MMA fans

‘The Eagle’ always creates news that divides the audience. Some are opposed to the plan that he set. Consequently, some of the fans think that his plan for Makhachev is brilliant. A social media user said, “Islam Makhachev is gonna be greatest lightweight of all time if he does that and retires.”

While some fans had a major uproar and attacked the former UFC lightweight. One fan said, “Khabib fought once a year” and another said, “Atleast he wouldn’t retire in his prime like Khabib.” One social media user added, “Does Islam ever decide for himself.”

Some of the fans even question the mentality of the controversial UFC GOAT. They said, “Such a weak mindset. Leave before someone can beat you”. Another one said, “Already planning only 2 fights a year, which means most likely only one? That’s not a championship mentality.”

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One particular fan suggested more fights from the current lightweight champion, “He should be fighting 3 times a year”

However, one social media user made an interesting prediction and revealed a possible future plan for Dagestanis. They said, “Then Usman [Nurmagomedov] comes as Islam transits out.”

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The fans await to witness how the lightweight division plans out for the Dagestani. Furthermore, it’s an intriguing prospect to know what’s in store for Islam Makhachev.

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Faizan Mirza

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Faizan Mirza is a UFC Writer at Essentially Sports. He has had a keen eye on the UFC since 2015 and is a fan of Conor McGregor because of his attitude and charisma. Faizan had been following McGregor's ascent in the sport.
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Vineet Nandwana