Khabib Nurmagomedov has cemented his legacy as one of the greatest mixed martial artists to step into the UFC octagon. If he overcomes his toughest challenge yet, Dustin Poirier in UFC 242 [https://www.essentiallysports.com/ufc-242-khabib-nurmagomedov-vs-dustin-poirier-full-fight-card/] then it will just add another achievement to his highly decorated resume. However, he has been on the top of his game since the beginning. He has been into the octagon with 27 opponents in his MMA career and has dominated all of them. At this point, many even believe that there is no fighter in the lightweight division to beat Khabib Nurmagomedov and rightfully so. The lightweight champion has been doing it for a long time too. Khabib Nurmagomedov [https://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/10-4.jpg] There were rumors of Nurmagomedov [https://www.ufc.com/athlete/khabib-nurmagomedov] retiring during the Conor McGregor fight. Nurmagomedov’s father once stated that the UFC champion has to take retirement sooner or later. Well, the question on Nurmagomedov ‘s went nowhere as he had to address that again on the media day of UFC 242 [https://www.essentiallysports.com/ufc-242-khabib-nurmagomedov-vs-dustin-poirier-full-fight-card/]. When asked about retirement, the lightweight champion answered: “Who said this, I am retired. I don’t say this. I am the champion now, undefeated, undisputed. Why I have to retire.” Well, at least, for the time being, it’s safe to say that Khabib Nurmagomedov is not going anywhere. He has claimed earlier to defend his lightweight title against former interim lightweight champion Tony Ferguson. Nurmagomedov has also shown interest in fighting George St Pierre [https://www.essentiallysports.com/khabib-nurmagomedov-reveals-his-only-condition-for-the-fight-with-george-st-pierre/] too. Justin Gathje can be a challenge to him if he overcomes Poirier and Ferguson, and the McGregor rematch is always there on the table. So there are challenges ahead of Nurmagomedov and it doesn’t seem age has affected his performance inside the octagon. In his interview with ESPN, Nurmagomedov discussed his retirement plans and has said that: “Of course I don’t have a lot of fights ahead before [I retire]. I don’t want to fight when I’m 40 years old, which is not my plan. We’ll see. Before I make the decision, I have to talk with my father and I have to talk to coach Javier [Mendes], all my brothers, my management team Dominance MMA and with all people around me. I cannot make this decision alone.” Khabib Nurmagomedov [https://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/15-2.jpg] It’s safe to say that Nurmagomedov is not looking forward to competing past his prime as he was the one who asked Cormier to retire. However, the 30-year-old UFC champion doesn’t have any plan to hang up the gloves yet. Khabib Nurmagomedov will be facing Dustin Poirier t defend the lightweight title in the main event of UFC 242 [https://www.essentiallysports.com/ufc-242-edson-barboza-vs-paul-felder-prediction-and-fight-analysis/] this weekend. Although Nurmagomedov has not named his next opponent yet, he strongly believes that Tony Ferguson is next in line for the title. 

Lightweight champion, Khabib Nurmagomedov answres his plan about retirement in
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<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>Khabib Nurmagomedov: Net Worth 2024, MMA Record, Wife, and More</b></h2>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>Who is Khabib Nurmagomedov?</strong></h2>
A name that needs no introduction, Khabib Nurmagomedov is a retired MMA fighter who is an absolute legend and retired from the sport undefeated. This combat Sambo specialist is known for his dominant wrestling and grappling skills, alongside extraordinary ground control.

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The first Muslim to have won a UFC title, Nurmagomedov's influence extends way beyond the octagon, especially in Russia, his home. So here's a peek at the life of 'The Eagle' from the mountains of Dagestan, who vanquished all the UFC middleweight contenders.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>Khabib Nurmagomedov’s Early Life</strong></h2>
<strong>Khabib Abdulmanapovich Nurmagomedov</strong> was born into an Avar family on September 20, 1988, in Sildi village, located in the Tsumadinsky District of the Dagestan ASSR in the former Soviet Union, which is now part of Russia. His father, <strong>Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov</strong>, was a decorated athlete and war veteran. Khabib has two siblings, an older brother named <strong>Muhammad Nurmagomedov</strong> and a younger sister named <strong>Amina Nurmagomedov</strong>. He received his early education in his village's local school, where his father guided him in combat training from a young age.

When he was fifteen, the family moved to Makhachkala, where he continued wrestling training and began taking judo classes. Khabib found the switch from wrestling to judo difficult, but his father insisted that Khabib learn how to compete in a gi jacket.

In addition to his fighting training, Khabib continued his schooling, enrolling in the Plekhanov Russian University of Economics and was a third-year student as of 2019. Despite his academic pursuits, Khabib remained focused on his combat sports career.

Khabib Nurmagomedov's father was Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov and his mother's name is not disclosed. Abdulmanap was a highly respected MMA coach and former wrestler who trained numerous champions, including his own son Khabib. He was known for his innovative training methods and his ability to inspire his fighters to achieve their full potential. He also played a key role in the development of MMA in Dagestan, Russia, where he founded and ran a successful gym.

Khabib's mother was a homemaker who played a crucial role in supporting her husband's coaching career and raising their kids. In fact, <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/ufc-mma-news-im-only-32-years-old-khabib-nurmagomedov-reveals-whether-he-would-return-to-ufc-with-his-mothers-permission/" target="_self" rel="noopener">it was due to his mother's promise that Khabib retired from fighting</a>.

Sadly, Abdulmanap passed away in 2020 after complications from COVID-19, leaving a legacy that will continue to inspire generations of fighters to come.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong> Khabib Nurmagomedov’s Wife and Children</strong></h2>
Khabib Nurmagomedov and his wife Patimat Nurmagomedov tied the knot in June 2013. Not much information is available on his wife as she does not have any social media presence, and Khabib has always maintained privacy regarding his personal life.

The couple has three children. Their firstborn was a daughter named Fatima Nurmagomedov, born on 1 June 2015. Two years later, they welcomed a son named Magomed Nurmagomedov, who was named after Khabib's great-grandfather, on 30 December 2017. Another son was born on 22 December 2019, named Husayn Nurmagomedov.

Despite Khabib's fame as a professional fighter, his family of five lives a private life away from the public eye. They keep their personal life out of the spotlight and focus on spending time together as a family.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>Khabib Nurmagomedov’s Net Worth 2024</strong></h2>
Khabib's victory over Conor McGregor elevated his status to a Mega Star. He made over $6,640,000 against Conor. However, he was fined $0.5 million for the post-fight brawl.

Nurmagomedov was awarded a whopping $6,877,500 for his second title defense against Dustin Poirier. As per reports, 'The Eagle' has made $21,720,200 in his 13 UFC fights. <strong>'The Eagle' has an estimated net worth of $40 million.</strong>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>Khabib Nurmagomedov’s Career Timeline</strong></h2>
Khabib Nurmagomedov burst onto the MMA scene with a bang in 2008 when he made his debut. He secured an impressive four wins in just one month, three of which were on a single day. He continued to compete in various tournaments and championships until he set his sights on joining the UFC.

After amassing a record of 16 wins outside of the UFC, Khabib finally made his UFC debut in 2012, and it was a resounding success. He defeated Kamal Shalorus by submission in the third round and continued his path of destruction from his previous victories outside the octagon. He went on to defeat the likes of Gleison Tibau, Edson Barboza, Michael Johnson, and Thiago Tavares before embarking on his title run.
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Despite his dominant performances, Khabib's championship pursuits were stalled by a series of injuries and missed opportunities. However, he remained steadfast in his training and skill refinement. Eventually, he earned a shot at the UFC lightweight title in 2018 against Al Iaquinta. That fight saw Iaquinta stepping up on short notice, leading to Khabib living his dream.

After that, in a highly anticipated showdown with champion<strong> Conor McGregor</strong>, Khabib delivered a dominant performance, submitting his opponent in the fourth round to claim the belt. However, the victory was marred by a post-fight brawl that erupted between Khabib and McGregor's team, leading to fines and suspensions for both fighters.
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Undeterred by the controversy, Khabib continued to defend his title with impressive victories over top contenders like Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje. However, in October 2020, Khabib announced his retirement from MMA, citing personal reasons and a desire to focus on his family and other endeavors.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>Khabib Nurmagomedov’s MMA Promotion - Eagle FC</strong></h2>
One of these endeavors is his role as a promoter for the MMA organization Eagle FC, which he founded in 2019. Drawing on his experience as a fighter and coach, Khabib is working to develop a new generation of talented fighters and promote the sport in his home country of Russia and beyond.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>Khabib Nurmagomedov’s Partnerships and Endorsements</strong></h2>
In June 2020, <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/ufc-news-khabib-nurmagomedov-becomes-russias-most-successful-athlete-and-celebrity/#:~:text=For%20the%20second%20time%20in,in%20the%20previous%20fiscal%20year." target="_self" rel="noopener">Forbes Russia</a> announced that Nurmagomedov is the #1 most successful Russian athlete.

In 2019, Khabib announced he was the brand ambassador of a payment service called SalamPay. Apart from that, he is sponsored by big companies like Gorilla Energy, Reebok, and Toyota.

The champion also makes quite a lot of money for special appearances. According to his manager, the Russian charges $300k per day for speaking engagements.

Apart from these, Nurmagomedov owns several brands that he has named after his moniker 'The Eagle'. This includes an MMA promotion known as the 'Eagle Fighting Championship', which conducted its first North American event in 2022.

'The Eagle' also launched a fast-food chain known as M-eat. Currently, the eatery has 14 locations in Russia and plans to venture into neighboring countries in the future.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>Khabib Nurmagomedov’s Major Achievements and Awards</strong></h2>
<h3><strong>Ultimate Fighting Championship</strong></h3>
<ul>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">UFC Hall of Fame (Modern-Era Wing, Class of 2022)</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">Tied for third longest win streak in UFC history (13)</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">Performance of the Night (3 times) vs. Edson Barboza, Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">Tied for most consecutive wins in UFC Lightweight division history (12) (w. Tony Ferguson &amp; Islam Makhachev)</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><strong>Sherdog.com</strong></h3>
<ul>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">2013 Breakthrough Fighter of the Year</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">2016 Beatdown of the Year (UFC 205: vs. Michael Johnson).</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">2016 Comeback Fighter of the Year</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><strong>Fightbooth.com</strong></h3>
<ul>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">2013 Staredown of the Year (UFC 160: vs. Abel Trujillo)</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><strong>MMAdna.nl</strong></h3>
<ul>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">2017 Performance of the Year (UFC 219: vs. Edson Barboza)</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><strong>MMAjunkie.com</strong></h3>
<ul>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">2020 October Submission of the Month vs. Justin Gaethje</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">2022 Coach of the Year w. Javier Mendez</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><strong>World MMA Awards</strong></h3>
<ul>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">2016 International Fighter of the Year.</span></li>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">2021 Submission of the Year vs. Justin Gaethje at UFC 254</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><strong>Wrestling Observer Newsletter</strong></h3>
<ul>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">Mixed Martial Arts Most Valuable (2020)</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><strong>BBC Sports Personality World Sport Star of the Year</strong></h3>
<ul>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">2020 World Sport Star of the Year</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><strong>ESPY Award</strong></h3>
<ul>
 	<li><span style="font-weight: 400">2021 Best MMA Fighter</span></li>
</ul>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>Khabib Nurmagomedov’s Charity and Foundation</strong></h2>
After his dominant victory over Conor McGregor, Khabib traveled to Uganda to <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.rt.com/sport/443728-khabib-charity-mission-nigeria/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">fix </a>13 wells so that people could have clean and safe drinking water. Apart from that, he helped to <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.scmp.com/sport/martial-arts/mixed-martial-arts/article/3027588/ufc-khabib-raises-us100000-dustin-poiriers" target="_blank" rel="noopener">raise </a>over $100,000 for Dustin Poirier's Charity - The Good Fight Foundation.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>Khabib Nurmagomedov’s House</strong></h2>
Despite his ascent to the top, not much has changed when it comes to the Russian's house. Situated in the village of Sildi, Dagestan, Nurmagomedov's humble abode is reportedly nothing that would stand out, but surely has a view to die for. His house dorns neither fancy interiors nor luxury items. According to some local publications of Dagestan, the house boasts two rooms with ottomans and beds, a pantry, and even what they describe as an old refrigerator.

Khabib Nurmagomedov, however, lives in Nurmagomedov Street. Yes! That right. Nonetheless, it was not named after either his or his father's legacy but his Sambo world champion uncle Nurmagomed Nurmagomedov.

But this entire picture changes when it comes to his American homes.

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After the carnage in UFC 241, we go straight to Abu Dhabi for the UFC 242, which features a massive fight in the lightweight division. The UFC lightweight champion, Khabib Nurmagomedov will step into the cage to face the interim lightweight champion, Dustin Poirier.
While the undefeated Russian wrecking machine, Khabib will be looking to put on a mauling performance for his fans in the arena, "The Diamond" Dustin Poirier will be aiming to defy the odds yet again and overcome the adversities.
In the co-main event of UFC 242, UFC veteran, Edson Barboza will face Paul Felder in a rematch. Both fighters are aggressive and bring chaos to the octagon and their first encounter does nothing but approves that.
The lightweight action doesn't stop here as Islam Makhachev will be looking to make his name in the star stacked lightweight division against Davi Ramos. And we will close the show with Curtis Blayde taking on the Dagestani warrior, Shamil Abdurakhimov.

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After the carnage in UFC 241, we go straight to Abu Dhabi for the UFC 242, which features a massive fight in the lightweight division. The UFC lightweight champion, Khabib Nurmagomedov will step into the cage to face the interim lightweight champion, Dustin Poirier. While the undefeated Russian wrecking machine, Khabib will be looking to put on a mauling performance for his fans in the arena, &#8220;The Diamond&#8221; Dustin Poirier will be aiming to defy the odds yet again and overcome the adversities. In the co-main event of UFC 242, UFC veteran, Edson Barboza will face Paul Felder in a rematch. Both fighters are aggressive and bring chaos to the octagon and their first encounter does nothing but approves that. The lightweight action doesn&#8217;t stop here as Islam Makhachev will be looking to make his name in the star stacked lightweight division against Davi Ramos. And we will close the show with Curtis Blayde taking on the Dagestani warrior, Shamil Abdurakhimov.