Khabib shows discomfort with rumors of return to MMA and demands: 'Leave me alone'

K. Nurmagomedov (photo) has been retired from MMA since October 2020. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram @khabib_nurmagomev

Russian MMA legend, Khabib Nurmagomedov showed discomfort with rumors about a possible return to MMA. Retired since 2020, the fighter reinforced his desire to remain retired and assured that his focus is to take Islam makhachev to the top of light weight (up to 70,3kg.). In an interview with 'TMZ Sports', the 'Eagle' spoke about the subject.

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“People talk about me, but I retired. I spent 10 years in the UFC. I dominated everyone, won the title, defended the title and retired. Leave me alone”, asked the athlete.

Dedicated to his coaching career, Nurmagomedov shows no interest in engaging in a possible confrontation against the lightweight leader, Charles of the Bronx. The Russian, however, reinforces the idea that his pupil, Islam makhachev, you can follow in their footsteps towards the absolute top of the category.

“Do you want an opponent for Charles Oliveira (From the Bronx)? His name is Islam makhachev”, ended.

MMA icon, Khabib retired in October 2020, leaving the sport undefeated in 29 appearances. In his last fight, the fighter submitted Justin gaethje and unified the title of the category up to 70,3kg.