“Sorry I’m Not as Smart as You” – Khabib Nurmagomedov Hits Out at Coronavirus Naysayers

UFC Lightweight Champion Khabib Nurmagomedov has seen many family members, including his father Abdulmanap, infected by the coronavirus. Having seen the impact of the virus at close quarters, ‘The Eagle’ has sternly hit out at those who still do not believe in the coronavirus.

Khabib Nurmagomedov lashes out at coronavirus naysayers 

Replying to a comment on Instagram, the UFC fighter wrote, “In my village, more than 500 people fell ill with pneumonia at once. 11 died and dozens more people were in the hospital from my village. In a neighboring village, 14 people died during the night and there wasn’t enough time to bury them. Sorry I’m not as smart as you.”

Earlier, ‘The Eagle’ confirmed reports of his father’s deteriorating condition on an Instagram Live. He said the virus intensified his father’s heart problems, and he is in a very difficult situation. 

“He’s in a difficult situation, very difficult. We ask Allah to return him to us. Thank you very much to everyone who writes, who sends their support. May Allah help us all.”

Late last month, Abdulmanap was down with pneumonia. However, he declared that “he felt fine” and refused coronavirus tests. Earlier this month, the patriarch was moved from Dagestan to a Moscow hospital. Here, the pneumonia was diagnosed as coronavirus, which aggravated his heart problems. Subsequently, the 57-year-old underwent heart surgery following which doctors placed him in a medically induced coma. 

Later, after an improvement, they woke him. However, his condition deteriorated again. As per a close family friend, the renowned wrestling coach was unable to speak and remained critical in the short time he was out of the coma. Now, he is unable to breathe without life support. 

With Russia having the second-highest number of cases (300,000 +) worldwide, one hopes people understand the severity of the situation. ‘The Eagle’ certainly does. One can interpret his comment of “Allah help us” to mean help the doubters understand the severity of the situation. 

The thoughts and prayers of MMA fans all over the world are with the Nurmagomedov family. They will be hoping that Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov recovers soon.