Published 12:20 IST, June 25th 2020

Conor McGregor claims Khabib's father's illness is a 'cover-up', says 'Allah sees all'

Conor McGregor lashed out at Khabib Nurmagomedov and stated that he is lying to the fans about his father's health condition to remain inactive in MMA.

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Former UFC double champion Cor McGregor appears to be enjoying his retirement from MMA back in Ireland but is seemingly yet to get over his rivalry with lightweight champion and former foe, Khabib Nurmagomedov. McGregor and Khabib have often taken shots at each or verbally, and saga continued this week when Cor McGregor accused Dstani of lying to fans about his far’s declining health. According to Cor McGregor, Khabib Nurmagomedov is lying about his far’s health to cover up his inactivity in MMA in recent months. Khabib Nurmagomedov hasn’t defended his lightweight belt since UFC 242, and Cor McGregor used this as an excuse to take ar shot at undefeated UFC champion.

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Cor McGregor slams Khabib Nurmagomedov, claims Khabib far health reports are false

Khabib Nurmagomedov’s cousin Abubakar Nurmagomedov took to Instagram and mocked Cor McGregor by posting a picture from UFC 229, where Irish fighter can be seen being manhandled by Khabib. Cor McGregor went on to lose his calm as he bit back at Dstani fighters by accusing m of misleing  fans. While several netizens voiced ir opinion regarding social media post in comments section, Cor McGregor wrote, “I figured it was all just a cover-up about Abdulmanap. A cover-up to hide lack of activity and pulling out of fights and running away. Good luck but remember – Allah sees all!”

Despite McGregor's allegations, re have been several reports that Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov is dealing with some medical complications and is currently under medical care. A few days back, Khabib Nurmagomedov confirmed that his far beat COVID-19 but is still in a ‘serious condition’. According to numerous reports, Khabib’s far Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov is still in Russia and is undergoing a string of medical tests at this point.

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UFC: Khabib Nurmagomedov next fight

UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov will back to defend his lightweight title against interim champion Justin Gaethje on his return to UFC action. While date and venue of Khabib’s UFC return are yet to be finalised on papers, re are reports that Dstani is looking forward to comeback by end of September. fight could, possibly, be held in Abu Dhabi at UFC Fight Island. Khabib Nurmagomedov is currently proud owner of a 28-0 win-loss record in MMA and will look forward to making it 29-0 in his upcoming fight against Justin ‘ Highlight’ Gaethje.

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12:20 IST, June 25th 2020