Khabib Nurmagomedov drops bold claim as Usman Nurmagomedov emerges as real threat to Ilia Topuria and Arman Tsarukyan
Khabib Nurmagomedov believes Usman Nurmagomedov has reached the level needed to challenge Ilia Topuria and Arman Tsarukyan. The undefeated PFL champion has shown major growth over the past year. While UFC competition remains the toughest test, Khabib’s comments highlight Dagestan’s continued rise in elite MMA. His words carry weight because of his own unbeaten UFC legacy and years of coaching top fighters. If Usman keeps winning, a future clash with the UFC’s best may no longer feel far away.
Khabib Nurmagomedov believes Usman Nurmagomedov has reached the level needed to challenge Ilia Topuria and Arman Tsarukyan. The undefeated PFL champion has shown major growth over the past year. While UFC competition remains the toughest test, Khabib’s comments highlight Dagestan’s continued rise in elite MMA. His words carry weight because of his own unbeaten UFC legacy and years of coaching top fighters. If Usman keeps winning, a future clash with the UFC’s best may no longer feel far away.
