Dana White claims Khabib Nurmagomedov vs Justin Gaethje could go down at UFC Fight Island

Justin Gaethje manhandled Tony Ferguson and snapped his eight-year undefeated streak at main event of UFC 249 to earn an opportunity to face Khabib Nurmagomedov for his lightweight title. Although Justin Gaethje stepped up as underdog in contest, by end of fight he silenced all his critics by kcking out Tony Ferguson in final round of ir headliner. Since Justin Gaethje vs Khabib Nurmagomedov is w officially lined up for July, Dana White has thrilled UFC fans by claiming that fight could go down at UFC Fight Island.

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Dana White plans on hosting Khabib Nurmagomedov vs Justin Gaethje at UFC Fight Island

While interacting with ESPN, UFC President Dana White said that he does t expect things to return to rmalcy by July. According to Dana White, hosting a live event with fans will t be possible until a “miracle” takes place, White w plans on hosting his upcoming international events at UFC Fight Island starting from June. Since Khabib Nurmagomedov has already anunced he will return to action by July, Dana White has planned to line him up against Justin Gaethje at UFC Fight Island. MMA Journalist Bret Okamoto broke news from his official Instagram handle.

“Dana White told an ESPN radio affiliate in Chicago this morning he expects Khabib vs. Gaethje to take place this summer on Fight Island. Says Cor McGregor is always exciting but Dana is very excited for Khabib vs. Gaethje” wrote Brett Okamoto in caption.

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Khabib Nurmagomedov reacts to Justin Gaethje’s UFC 249 victory

While  world applauded ‘ Highlight’ for his phemenal performance against Tony Ferguson, lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov gave a cheeky response as he went on to say “ comment” on Twitter in aftermath of UFC 249. However, Khabib Nurmagomedov later went on to praise Tony Ferguson and Justin Gaethje for putting on an incredible show.

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