Khabib Nurmagomedov, the former UFC lightweight champion, is inarguably one of the best MMA fighters of all time. His undefeated record in the sport surely puts him on the list of GOATs of MMA. However, the Dagestani fighter also enjoys other sports besides MMA and basketball is one of them.

While not fighting or training, ‘The Eagle’ enjoys his time playing football and basketball. He is a huge fan of the English football team Manchester United and is a friend of United’s forward, Cristiano Ronaldo.

When it comes to basketball, the MMA GOAT Nurmagomedov surely adores the GOAT of the sport, Michael Jordan. ‘The Eagle’ is such a huge fan of Jordan that he even kept a bizarre condition to meet him.

During his appearance on the Full Send Podcast in February, the Russian fighter gave an unusual offer to the American comedian, Bob Menery, to meet former basketball player, Jordan.

“Three sheep. If you make me and Michael Jordan meet, I’m going to give you three sheep,” Khabib said in the video. However, his love for the basketball legend is never-ending, as seen in his recent Twitter post.

Recently, the former UFC champion posted an iconic picture of an emotional Jordan from 1991 with the Larry O’Brien NBA Championship Trophy in hand. In the caption, Nurmagomedov posted an ok emoji with a basketball.

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Akin to his favorite basketball legend Jordan, Nurmagomedov has also retired from the sport with a glorious record. However, he hasn’t left the sport completely. ‘The Eagle’ still trains his teammates and friends for their respective MMA careers.

Khabib Nurmagomedov demands a title fight next for Islam Makhachev

‘The Eagle’ is training the UFC lightweight fighter, Islam Makhachev. And the latter is doing absolutely good in the division. He is currently on a ten-fight undefeated streak. However, he is yet to fight for the title.

Charles Oliveira recently lost his lightweight title after he failed to make the weight before UFC 274. However, he defeated challenger Justin Gaethje in the main event. Hence, he will fight next for the vacant title and Nurmagomedov suggested an opponent for him.

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“Is there really a more interesting duel in the UFC at the moment than Islam vs. Charles? Just bring these fighters to Abu Dhabi on October 22nd. Let the undisputed champion be determined,” Nurmagomedov wrote on Twitter. (Translated via Google)

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Makhachev and Oliveira are some of the best grapplers in the division currently. Hence, this could be a good match-up. However, the UFC is yet to take the final call.

Do you guys think the UFC will make this fight? What are your thoughts on Nurmagomedov’s recent tweet? Let us know in the comments below.