K. Nurmagomedov (left) facing D. Poirier (right). Photo: Reproduction/YouTube UFC
Since leaving MMA undefeated, in October 2020, Khabib Nurmagomedov has become a kind of athlete analyst. Even though he displeases some, the Russian never stops giving his 'tips'. This time, the former lightweight champion (up to 70,3kg.) decided to talk about the situation of Dustin poirier, recently defeated by Charles of the Bronx. For the 'Eagle', the situation is not optimistic.
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“I believe that each person has resources. When a man starts a new business, at the beginning he is in full swing, moving forward, and his business is evolving. However, there comes a time when this ends. He wants to raise funds to start something else. Life is like this. At first you think you will do something for the rest of your life, but there comes a time when you lose yourself a little and look for other things”, said Khabib, in a press conference, with an excerpt transcribed by 'BJPenn.com'.
With the thought exposed, Nurmagomedov brought the situation described to the world of martial arts. According to the former champion, the idea can be related to the life of a fighter.
“It can happen to a fighter. You have a fire, hunger, when you want it bad. Then there are moments when you want it, but not so much. This happens when the fire goes out but there are still numbers in a contract. You think: 'Wait, I can make money in a fight”, described the Russian.
Poirier's opponent in 2019, Khabib, who has always had a good relationship with the American, continued to analyze Dustin's situation. Attentive to the 'Diamante' press conference after their defeat to Do Bronx, the Russian commented on the former opponent's current situation.
“After the fight, he (Poirier) said he needed to think. Do you really need it? If these thoughts come to mind, it means he will win, but who will also lose. He will not go all the way with everything necessary. There are times when you look at an athlete and realize how quickly they change. I say this to my friends. There is a time when you need to remain active and fighting. If it turns off, it will never come back. I think your 'switch' has been turned off,” he suggested.
For Khabib, the world of fights is an unfinished cycle. Pointing out historical names, the lightweight legend spoke about the changes and each new reality.
“The time has come. There was Frankie Edgar, Benson Henderson, (Anthony) Pettis before me. Then came Conor (McGregor). None stayed, everyone left. Now, it's time for Charles Oliveira (From the Bronx). Now, it's time for Islam (Makhachev), Beneil (Dariush), Justin (Gaethje) Charles. They will fight now and then they too will leave. Others will come. No one can control it and no one can stop it. Time passes. I think it's simple. Charles was better (than Poirier). Later, someone will arrive and defeat him. He will leave, later, let's talk about another one. It’s a merry-go-round that will never stop,” he concluded.
In 2021, Dustin poirier held three presentations. In January and July, the North American entered the octagon for a historic fight against Conor McGregor. On both occasions, 'Diamante' won by knockout.
In the third appointment, however, the fall. Favorite against the champion Charles of the Bronx, the athlete was unable to overcome the Brazilian, who won his first title defense by submitting the North American.
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