K. Nurmagomedov ended his career undefeated, with 29 victories. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
MMA legend, Khabib Nurmagomedov confirmed his retirement from the octagon, but he could become a great icon in the WWE (telecatch league) coming soon. At least that's what Drew McIntyre suggests, who is emerging as one of the main names in the pro wrestling nowadays.
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“Khabib is very talented. I think he could make some noise (in pro-wrestling). He was incredible in the UFC. If he doesn't understand that part, we'll make it work. Here, he would be a huge star and fans would be very excited to watch him,” said McIntyre in an interview with 'TMZ Sports'.
Even though Khabib has ended his career in Ultimate, the Russian is 32 years old and could consider appearing in an event in the UFC. telecatch. For McIntyre, the old rival Conor McGregor can help attract you to the ring of pro wrestling.
“I see McGregor opposing him too, trying to say something to attract him back into the game. McGregor understands this, but Khabib is very talented. He would handle it and be a big name in WWE,” he concluded.
Fighters with experience in pro-wrestling and UFC
Popular in the four corners of the world, the pro wrestling and Ultimate have already 'connected' in history with countless fighters who have already transitioned between the two organizations. Hall of Fame members Dan Severn and Ken Shamrock have already performed in the sport, as well as Ronda Rousey – who gained great notoriety in MMA after being the first female UFC champion. Former heavyweight champion (up to 120,2 kg.) Cain Velásquez has also competed in WWE.
In the opposite direction, two of the biggest names in telecatch they also ventured into MMA. The heavy weight Brock Lesnar, in fact, became Ultimate champion after just four fights. CM Punk only had two fights in the organization, being defeated by Mickey gall and Mike Jackson before returning to WWE.
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