Video: See how Khabib Nurmagomedov ran over Edson Barboza at UFC 219

Khabib dominated Edson at UFC 219 (Photo: Reproduction Twitter ufcindia)

the russian Khabib Nurmagomedov didn't seem to feel the almost 14 months outside the octagon and ignored Edson Barboza devastatingly in the co-main fight of UFC 219 this Saturday (30). Showing that his takedown game is still up to date, Khabib looks increasingly lethal with his ground and pound and the only reason he didn't knock out the Brazilian was because Júnior showed unusual resistance.

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After the initial minutes absorbing hard blows from Barboza, the Russian lightweight managed to close the distance, stuck to the Brazilian and put him down. From then on, it was a ride. With hard punches to Edson's head, Khabib came close to knocking out his opponent in three rounds, but the fighter from Nova Friburgo resisted. After the victory, Nurmagomedov asked for a fight for the interim belt. Tony Ferguson.

But if you haven't seen the tour Khabib Nurmagomedov about Edson Barboza or want to rewatch the massacre, click on the player below.

VIDEO: Khabib Nurmagomedov vs. Edson Barboza UFC 219

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