Published 14:39 IST, January 29th 2020
Daniel Cormier opens up on his friendship with Khabib Nurmagomedov
Daniel Cormier recently discussed his friendship with UFC Lightweight Champion Khabib Nurmagomedov and called him one of the best people in the world.
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Daniel Cormier shares a unique relationship with Khabib Nurmagomedov. In a recent interview with BT Sport, former UFC World Heavyweight Champion opened up on his friendship with reigning Lightweight Champion Khabib Nurmagomedov.
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Daniel Cormier said that he loves Khabib Nurmagomedov. He believes that he is one of best people in world. He also ded that Khabib is an extremely loyal individual and also has a caring nature. He explained that once you are part of Khabib’s circle, he will even die for you. He stressed that Khabib would literally do it.
Daniel Cormier ded that despite Khabib Nurmagomedov becoming a global superstar in MMA, he still sees him as Khabib. He still sees him as kid that walked into gym and did t speak English. Cormier also ded that he is like a big bror to Khabib.
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Daniel Cormier was seemingly happy about all fun videos that were shared with MMA fans. For those unversed, Daniel Cormier’s relationship with Khabib Nurmagomedov goes back to latter’s early years in UFC when whole world was yet to kw Dstani fighter.
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UFC News: Daniel Cormier and Khabib Nurmagomedov – What’s next for two fighters?
While it hasn’t been me official yet, Daniel Cormier has shown interest in a trilogy fight with current heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic. UFC President Dana White has also approved of fight during various media interactions. On or hand, Khabib Nurmagomedov is set to take on lightweight contender Tony Ferguson at UFC 249 on April 19, 2020. Meanwhile, Dana White has also suggested that Cor McGregor will be Khabib's next opponent if latter beats Ferguson in ir upcoming fight. Certainly, it'll be a fight that we'd all like to see.
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Im credits: Instagram | Daniel Cormier
14:39 IST, January 29th 2020