K. Nurmagomedov has his strong point in grappling. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook Khabib Nurmagomedov
The confrontation between Khabib Nurmagomedov e Conor McGregor It is the most anticipated duel in recent years in MMA. The fight will take place in the main event of UFC 229 on October 6, in Las Vegas. With just over a month to go until the meeting, the Russian's kickboxing coach, Javier Mendez admitted that he won't have time to bring the lightweight champion to the same level as the Irishman's stand-up fight.
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"For me, [Conor McGregor] is the best guy standing up in the entire UFC. There is not enough time to train him to the point of making him fully prepared [in combat] on his feet. That's not possible. So, I'm not going to say, 'Oh yeah, let's prepare it.' Come on, wake up. That does not exist. We have the best grappling, he is the best striker, but that doesn’t mean we won’t attack”, explained Mendez in an interview with the ‘Eurobash’ podcast.
The confrontation between the arch-rivals will be a clash of styles: the best grappling will face the best striker in Ultimate.
Khabib's coach said that McGregor is the best at kicks, punches, knees and elbows, but he will have the challenge of overcoming the champion's grappling. Nurmagomedov's strategy will be to put the Irishman on the ground to use his skills and finish the match.
“We have to work on our strengths, to find their weaknesses. This fight is basically a classic grappler versus striker. Keep in mind that both can grab and attack, but one is just better than the other [in these attributes]”, concluded Javier.
Khabib Nurmagomedov remains undefeated with 26 consecutive victories. About that, Conor McGregor He has 21 triumphs and three setbacks in his career.
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