K. Nurmagomedov at a UFC press conference. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
Legend in the lightweight division (up to 70,3kg) of MMA, Khabib Nurmagomedov, even retired, continues to give 'bits' in the world of Ultimate. This time, the Russian analyzed the current situation in roosters (up to 61,2kg.), involving aljamain sterling, who won the title after a disqualification from Petr yan No. UFC 259. Sincerely, the 'Eagle' preferred not to criticize the champion, but questioned the legitimacy of the achievement.
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“I would rather not become champion the way Sterling did. I think he understands that, as does his team, but they try to support him and I understand them. I wouldn't want to be the champion who almost lost but won because his opponent broke the rules. I don’t want to judge anyone, but I didn’t want things to be like that,” said Khabib, in an interview with UFC Russia.
Former lightweight champion of the company, Khabib, on the other hand, understands the seriousness of the infraction committed by Petr yan. The athlete then analyzed the situation of his compatriot, who was disqualified after throwing an illegal knee at his opponent, leaving his rival unable to continue in the dispute.
“Speaking of Yan, yes, he made a big mistake, which cost him the belt. Anyway, if Yan had done his homework right, he would have benefited from all of this. Firstly, he has to keep training, stay hungry and focused. (…) Let's see when he gets the rematch and regains the belt. I think it should be like this,” he concluded.
The confrontation between Petr and Aljamain took place at the beginning of March. At the time, the Russian would make his first title defense. The episode with his opponent happened in the fourth round, when Yan dominated the actions and controlled Sterling. After the incident, a rematch is still being considered, but there is still no forecast for the new confrontation.
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