When Khabib Nurmagomedov's father was in tears after son becoming UFC champion: Watch

Khabib Nurnmagomedov crowned himself undefeated lightweight champion in 2018 after he defeated Al Laquinta at UFC 223. Although Khabib Nurmagomedov entered c as  ‘favourite’, it appeared to be a surprising moment for him and his family members when anuncer Bruce Buffer screamed “And New” in front of packed audience at Barclays Centre in USA. After five rounds, Khabib Nurmagomedov was designated as lightweight champion while his far Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov got emotional at backst and was spotted with teary eyes.

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UFC news: Khabib Nurmagomedov far cried while he was being crowned UFC champion

A Khabib Nurmagomedov far crying at backst video has been making rounds over internet since llast few hours and has alrey garnered a lot of attention from wide UFC fanbase. Khabib’s far was spotted shedding tears of joy while his son was being tagged as new UFC lightweight champion. Over years, Abdumanap has been a constant part of his son’s MMA team and Khabib Nurmagomedov started his MMA training under guidance of his far. Thus, winning UFC lightweight championship appeared to be an emotional moment for Khabib Nurmagoemdov and his far.

After winning lightweight title, Khabib has successfully defended it twice against two of best lightweight fighters of UFC. At UFC 229, Khabib Nurmagomedov submitted Cor McGregor in fourth round and defended his title in biggest fight of his UFC career. Next, he defended lightweight gold against Dustin Poirier at UFC 242 via ar fourth-round submission.

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UFC news: Khabib Nurmagomedov next fight

While it is confirmed that Khabib Nurmagomedov's next fight is going to pit him against Justin Gaethje ‘ Highlight’, date and venue of PPV is yet to be finalised. According to reports, Dana White is planning to line up Khabib Nurmagomedov's next fight at main event of UFC 253 in September. Khabib’s manr also stated that lightweight champion is training twice a day amid plans of his return and appears confident about tching a victory against Justin Gaethje in his next fight.

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