Khabib's cousin becomes an obstacle for Deiveson to reach a title shot; understand case

U. Nurmagomedov and Deiveson Figueiredo They work at UFC Abu Dhabi. Photo: Reproduction/Montage SUPER FIGHTS

In preparation to star in UFC Abu Dhabi this Saturday (03), Umar Nurmagomedov made revelations that prove that the future of Deiveson Figueiredo in the rooster division (up to 61,2kg.) it will not be treated easily. 10 placed in the ranking, the Russian stated that he has confirmation that, if he wins Cory Sandhagen, will fight for the belt next. On the other hand, the Brazilian who faces Marlon Vera in the same event, he will have to wait if he defeats the Ecuadorian.

“I hope to be next. Yes, they said whoever wins between Sean O'Malley e Merab Dvalishvili (I will be fighting next),” said Umar when asked by MMA Junkie about the future of the organization.

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Undefeated in his career and riding on five consecutive victories in the UFC, Umar faces an athlete ranked in the organization for the first time. Big favorite for a duel against Cory Sandhagen, an athlete who occupies second place in the bantamweight division, the Russian will be accompanied by Khabib Nurmagomedov in his corner and expresses great confidence to triumph this Saturday (03) in the main fight.

Umar Nurmagomedov could move ahead of Deiveson in the title race. Photo: Reproduction/UFC

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On the other hand, Deiveson intended to fight for the title after victory over cody garbrandt, but the request was not fulfilled. This time the Brazilian is preparing to face the last challenger for the belt Marlon Vera. Since moving to bantamweight, Figueiredo has won two judges' decisions.

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