Published 13:20 IST, April 22nd 2020

Khabib Nurmagomedov recalls priceless incident moments before becoming UFC champion

UFC news: Khabib Nurmagomedov recently took to Instagram and revealed how he felt before becoming the Lightweight Champion of UFC at UFC 223.

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UFC champion Khabib Nurmagomedov has been holding his lightweight strap for more than two years w and has already defended it twice, against Cor McGregor (UFC 229) and Dustin Poirier (UFC 242). However, moment before winning lightweight title at UFC 223 is still billed as most ‘priceless moment’ by undefeated Dstani. Khabib Nurmagomedov successfully beat . 11-ranked lightweight fighter Al Iaquinta for title at UFC 223 and labelled it as one of most important moments of his life. Khabib Nurmagomedov recently took to Instagram and posted a video in which he is seen interacting with his cornermen between rounds at UFC 223 main event as a throwback amid his UFC hiatus.

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UFC news: Khabib UFC champion shares special moment before winning lightweight title

Khabib Nurmagomedov and Al Iaquinta went through all five rounds at main event of UFC 223, and Khabib kept mauling his opponent throughout. It appeared to be a one-sided affair as Al Iaquinta had very little to offer against Khabib’s unprecedented grappling. In between rounds, Khabib discussed all his moves with his cornermen and dedicated his victory to his teammates and family members. 

Over two years after dominating Al Iaquinta, Khabib Nurmagomedov posted a short clip of his conversation with his cornermen and thrilled UFC fans with precious throwback moment. In caption, Khabib wrote, “I could t believe that in just one round, I will have a belt on UFC. It’s hard to describe se emotions, but se people who are around and give advice during break are very big reasons for my success,”

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After pulling out of UFC 249 main event against Tony Ferguson, Khabib Nurmagomedov is expected to remain inactive till September. undefeated UFC Lightweight Champion is expected to follow Ramadan from end of this month and will be returning to action by September. Here’s a look at story of Khabib UFC champion.

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13:20 IST, April 22nd 2020