UFC Lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov took to Twitter and shared an image reminding the MMA community of his presence. ‘The Eagle’ showcased his status as the undisputed king amidst arguably the most stacked division that the company has to offer.
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Moreover, the shark tank at 155-pounds continues to get deeper as contenders flood their way in with the hopes of contesting for gold.
it's not easy
believe me⚔️ pic.twitter.com/sygRCnnl2e— khabib nurmagomedov (@TeamKhabib) September 3, 2020
What’s more, Khabib Nurmagomedov has managed to remain a dominant force whilst stepping in against top tier competitors. The undefeated fighter sits at 28 wins and has barely faced any significant adversity throughout his run as a professional.
He lost his first round in the promotion as recently as 2018. He dropped a close round to his rival Conor McGregor in the third round of their fight at UFC 229.
Additionally, Khabib Nurmagomedov’s path to the title was not the smoothest, and he faced several delays. Injuries and canceled bookings led to the Dagestani fighter being unable to actualize his dream for UFC gold for quite some time.
However, since snagging the strap, he’s been a force to be reckoned with by Lightweights across the roster.
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‘The Eagle’ is en route to face the interim 155-pound champion Justin Gaethje in the headliner at UFC 254. The fight is slated for October 24th and is placed on a card with a stellar supporting cast of elite fighters.
Moreover, Khabib has become a bonafide mainstream star in the organization and is expected to rake in huge numbers.
Additionally, the aforementioned high-profile affair against Conor McGregor went a long way in elevating his visibility. He continues to be one of the highest-paid athletes on the UFC roster and is a great ambassador for his country.
The entire nation of Russia has stood behind their fighter as he continues to pave his way to greatness.
The Sambo specialist has teased the idea of retiring after accruing a record of 30-0 as a professional in MMA. He envisions his last bout to be against the consensus GOAT Georges St-Pierre sometime next year.
Chiefly, he will have to go through ‘The Highlight’ at UFC 254 if he is to make that goal a reality.
