The rivalry between Khabib Nurmagomedov and Conor McGregor stands out as an interesting and unparalleled rivalry in Ultimate Fighting Championship history. In a recent interview, Nurmagomedov revisited the events leading up to and following their memorable showdown.
Even though their iconic bout at UFC 229 occurred almost half a decade ago, yet discussions among MMA enthusiasts about their heated rivalry persist. The intensity of the animosity between Khabib and McGregor is a topic still continues to captivate fans of mixed martial arts.
Nurmagomedov doesn’t hold back in criticizing Conor McGregor’s actions
Khabib recently participated in an interview on Patrick Bet-David’s PBD podcast, where he delved into various aspects of his MMA journey. During the conversation, the undefeated lightweight icon also addressed his long-standing rival, Conor McGregor.
“If you are stupid, what can you do? You cannot do anything. How can you control someone else when you can’t control your family? You have to be quiet. Just don’t talk in front of other people.” Khabib said.
Although half a decade has gone by since their monumental clash, The Notorious is still active, anticipating a return to the octagon. Meanwhile, The Dagestani fighter called it quits a couple of years ago. Despite fans’ eager anticipation for a potential rematch, the likelihood of these two fighters meeting again remains slim.
Khabib Nurmagomedov submitted McGregor in UFC 229 main event
The rivalry between Conor McGregor and Khabib Nurmagomedov was indeed one of the most intense in MMA history. The buildup leading to their clash at UFC 229 in October 2018 was marked by heated trash talk during pre-fight and post-fight press conferences.
The UFC 229 also became one of the most lucrative pay-per-view cards ever. After an intense clash of three rounds of MMA, The Eagle secured victory via a fourth-round submission.
However, following the win, Nurmagomedov jumped over the cage and charged towards Team McGregor, specifically Dillon Danis, triggering a brawl both inside and outside the octagon. This brawl led to suspensions and fines imposed on both Mystic Mac and Khabib.
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