UFC star Khabib Nurmagomedov teases fans with 'interesting project' on Instagram

UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov is expected to return to action in September and is already slated to defend his title against interim champion Justin Gaethje next. However, Khabib Nurmagomedov could reportedly land a major surprise for his fans before stepping inside UFC octagon. Khabib's latest Instagram post has already raised a few eyebrows where Khabib has claimed of launching something big in near future. He wants to keep anuncement as a 'surprise' and hence teased fans with a cheeky caption.

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UFC news: Khabib Nurmagomedov teases an upcoming “interesting project”

Khabib Nurmagomedov took to Instagram and posted a picture of himself alongside Rizvan Magomedov. However,  caption of post sent fans into a frenzy. UFC lightweight champion wrote, “Soon we are launching an interesting project with Rizvan Magomedov. Who wants to enter subject but t a share? Interesting news coming soon. To be continued.”

While Khabib Nurmagomedov did t specify anything about his 'interesting project, he clearly had something big in store for UFC fans. comment section was quickly flooded with fans speculating possible events or matchups.

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UFC news: Khabib next fight

Khabib Nurmagomedov has been out of UFC action since his last title defence against Dustin Poirier at UFC 242. According to multiple reports, he was expected to defend title against Tony Ferguson at UFC 249 but pulled out from contest right at end due to COVID-19 restrictions in his home country Russia. UFC officials were quick eugh to replace Khabib Nurmagomedov with Justin Gaethje against Tony Ferguson. As a result, lightweight title contest was turned in to an Interim lightweight title fight.

At mega event, Justin Gaethje vanquished Tony Ferguson in a one-sided contest and earned his opportunity to challenge Khabib Nurmagomedov for lightweight title next. Although date and venue of fight are yet to be determined, Khabib Nurmagomedov vs Justin Gaethje clash is expected to take place around month of September. UFC president Dana White has officially confirmed fight.

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