Will Khabib Nurmagomedov face Leon Edwards at UFC 300? Coach opens up about rumors

Khabib Nurmagomedov announced his retirement in October 2020. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

the return of Khabib Nurmagomedov ao UFC is one of the most talked about topics among MMA fans. The former lightweight champion, who announced his retirement in October 2020 after winning Justin gaethje, would have returned to training with his former coach, Javier Mendez, sparking rumors that he could face the current welterweight champion (up to 77kg.), Leon edwards, UFC 300, in April.

However, Mendez denied this possibility and stated that Khabib is dedicated to his family and his business. The leader of American Top Team (ATT) said in an interview with Helen Lee Sports that his pupil always goes to the gym, but that he only trains with him when he is preparing for a fight.

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“I'm just warning you guys that, you know, stop with this nonsense that Khabib is coming back and that he and I are training. There's nothing like that happening. We are not discussing training. We never did that. Khabib remains true to what he said. He is devoted to his time with his family. He's not working anyone's corners. He will never fight. As far as I know, this has never been discussed”, declared the coach.

Khabib back in the UFC?

Speculation about Khabib's return arose precisely after he appeared in videos training with Mendez earlier this week. The ATT coach was responsible for improving the Russian's game throughout his career and, thus, rumors began to circulate that Khabib would be Dana White's “surprise” and that he could be back in the UFC 300, which takes place at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on April 13th.

Khabib, who stepped away from the sport at the age of 32, remains adamant he is retired for good. Former UFC lightweight champion (up to 70,3kg), the Russian has been keeping busy outside the octagon and has turned his attention to business ventures and his family. He finished his career undefeated with 29 wins in 29 fights, being considered one of the greatest fighters of all time.

Yes, Leon edwards, who is the current welterweight champion (under 77kg), defended his belt for the second time in December, by beating Colby covington by unanimous decision. The Englishman still doesn't have a defined opponent for the UFC 300, but it is speculated in confrontation against Belal Muhammad |.