Khabib Nurmagomedov

This name uses Eastern Slavic naming customs; the patronymic is Abdulmanapovich and the family name is Nurmagomedov.
Khabib Nurmagomedov
Хабиб Нурмагомедов
ХIабиб НурмухӀамадов
Born (1988-09-20) September 20, 1988
Makhachkala, Dagestan ASSR, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union
Other names The Eagle
Residence Makhachkala, Dagestan, Russia
Nationality Russian
Ethnicity Avar
Height 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m)
Weight 156 lb (71 kg; 11.1 st)[1]
194 lb (88 kg; 13.9 st) (walk around weight)[2][3]
Division Lightweight
Reach 70[4] in (178 cm)
Style Sambo, Judo, Freestyle Wrestling, Pankration
Fighting out of Makhachkala, Dagestan, Russia
San Jose, California, U.S.
Team American Kickboxing Academy (2012-present)
Gadzhi Makhachev Freestyle Wrestling Club
SC Bazarganova[5]
Trainer Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov (sambo/MMA)
Javier Mendez (boxing/MMA)
Sazhid Sazhidov (wrestling)
Nurmagomed Shanavazov (boxing)
Rank International Master of Sports in Sambo[6]
Black belt in Judo[7]
International Master of Sports in Pankration
International Master of Sports in Hand-to-Hand Combat
Wrestling Cadet Russian Freestyle Wrestling level
Years active 2008–present
Mixed martial arts record
Total 24
Wins 24
By knockout 8
By submission 8
By decision 8
Losses 0
By knockout 0
Draws 0
Other information
Notable relatives Abubakar Nurmagomedov (cousin)[8]
Shamil Zavurov (second cousin)
Website Official UFC Profile
Mixed martial arts record from Sherdog
Khabib Nurmagomedov
Medal record
Representing  Russia
Men's Combat Sambo
World Championships
2010 Kiev -74 kg
World Clubs Cup
2010 Yalta[9] -82 kg

Khabib Abdulmanapovich Nurmagomedov (Russian: Хабиб Абдулманапович Нурмагомедов; Avar: ХIабиб ГӀабдулманапил НурмухӀамадов; born September 20, 1988) is an undefeated Russian mixed martial artist of Avar heritage . He is a two time Combat Sambo World Champion, a wrestler and a judo black belt who currently fights in the lightweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. He currently holds one of the longest undefeated streaks in MMA with 24 wins. As of 17 November 2016 he is ranked the #1 contender in the UFC lightweight division and #15 in official UFC pound-for-pound rankings[10][11] and numerous other publications.[12][13][14]

Mixed martial arts career

Early career

Khabib Nurmagomedov made his professional MMA debut in September 2008 and quickly compiled 4 wins in under a month, including 3 wins in the same night. On October 11, Nurmagomedov become the inaugural Atrium Cup tournament champion, having defeated his 3 opponents at the Moscow event. Over the next 3 years he would go undefeated, finishing 11 out of 12 opponents along the way. This included winning a first round armbar finish of future Bellator title contender Shahbulat Shamhalaev, marking his M-1 debut. A perfect 16-0 record in the regional circuits of Russia and Ukraine was enough to get a call from the UFC.[15]

Ultimate Fighting Championship

In late 2011, Nurmagomedov signed a six-fight deal to compete in the UFC’s lightweight division.[16]

In his UFC debut, Nurmagomedov defeated Kamal Shalorus on January 20, 2012 at UFC on FX 1 via submission in the third round.[17]

Nurmagomedov next defeated Gleison Tibau on July 7, 2012 at UFC 148 via unanimous decision.[18] The decision was somewhat controversial, with Nurmagomedov unsuccessfully attempting to takedown Tibau, finishing 0 for 13 in takedown attempts.[19] 5 of 6 media outlets scored the fight for Tibau. The three judges scored the fight 30-27 in favor of Nurmagomedov.[20]

Nurmagomedov defeated Thiago Tavares on January 19, 2013 at UFC on FX 7.[21] He won via KO in the first round.

Nurmagomedov defeated Abel Trujillo on May 25, 2013 at UFC 160 via unanimous decision. At the weigh-ins, Nurmagomedov came in heavy weighing in at 158.5 lb. He was given two hours to cut to the lightweight maximum of 156 pounds, but elected instead to surrender a percentage of his fight purse to Trujillo and the bout was contested at a catchweight.[22] In the course of the fight, he set a new UFC record for the most takedowns in a single fight with 21 successful takedowns on 27 attempts.[23]

In his fifth UFC fight, Nurmagomedov faced Pat Healy on September 21, 2013 at UFC 165.[24] He won the fight via unanimous decision. Attending his first post-fight press conference, UFC president Dana White praised the relative-newcomer stating, "That slam, when he just scoops him up and slams him, Matt Hughes style. That reminded me of the old Matt Hughes where he would run a guy across the Octagon and slam him. The kid is exciting. We’re probably going to do big things with this kid."[25]

In December, Nurmagomedov was briefly linked to a bout with Gilbert Melendez for UFC 170.[26] However, the fight was cancelled due to undisclosed reasons.[27]

Nurmagomedov faced Rafael Dos Anjos on April 19, 2014 at UFC on Fox 11.[28] He won the fight via unanimous decision.

Nurmagomedov was briefly linked to a bout with Donald Cerrone on September 27, 2014 at UFC 178.[29] However, the pairing was quickly scrapped after it was revealed that Nurmagomedov had suffered a knee injury [30] He was later expected to face Donald Cerrone on May 23, 2015 at UFC 187.[31] However, Nurmagomedov pulled out of the bout on April 30 due to a recurring knee injury. He was replaced by John Makdessi.[32]

Nurmagomedov was expected to face Tony Ferguson on December 11, 2015 at The Ultimate Fighter 22 Finale.[33] However, Nurmagomedov pulled out of the fight in late October citing another injury and was replaced by Edson Barboza.[34]

The bout with Ferguson was rescheduled and was expected to take place on April 16, 2016 at UFC on Fox 19.[35] However, on April 5, Ferguson pulled out of the bout due to a lung issue.[36] Nurmagomedov faced promotional newcomer Darrell Horcher at a catchweight of 160 lb.[37] He won the fight by TKO in the second round.[38]

Khabib was expected to face the reigning UFC Lightweight Champion, Eddie Alvarez, on either the UFC 205 or the UFC 206 fight card, and Dana White had confirmed it on Twitter.[39] However, on September 26, UFC revealed Alvarez would defend the title against Conor McGregor instead.[40] Khabib voiced his displeasure on social media, calling Alvarez "bullshit"[41] and accusing UFC of being a "freak show".[42]

Nurmagomedov next faced Michael Johnson on November 12, 2016 at UFC 205.[43] He won the one-sided fight via submission in the third round.[44] Nurmagomedov since his victory at UFC 205 has said that he only wishes to face off against Conor McGregor, as he believes his chance at the title shot was robbed from him and he threatened that if his requests are not met he will no longer compete in the organisation.[45]

Personal life

He was married in May 2013, and has a daughter. Nurmagomedov trains at Gadzhi Makhachev Freestyle wrestling club in Makhachkala, Dagestan and American Kick Boxing Academy in San Jose, California. Also he trained in Fight Spirit Team (2013),[46] Mamishev Team (2012),[47] AMA Fight Club (2012), KHK MMA Team (2015).[48] Also sometimes he trains in new Russian fight club - "Eagles MMA".[49] A devout Sunni Muslim, Khabib's appearance in EA Sports UFC 2 generated controversy, as his character model appeared to give a Catholic gesture (the sign of the cross) upon victory. EA apologised and said they would rectify the error.[50]

Championships and accomplishments

Mixed martial arts

Sambo

Grappling

ARB (Army Hand-to-Hand Combat)

Pankration

Mixed martial arts record

Res. Record Opponent Method Event Date Round Time Location Notes
Win 24–0 Michael Johnson Submission (kimura) UFC 205 November 12, 2016 3 2:31 New York City, New York, United States
Win 23–0 Darrell Horcher TKO (punches) UFC on Fox: Teixeira vs. Evans April 16, 2016 2 3:38 Tampa, Florida, United States Catchweight (160 lbs) bout.
Win 22–0 Rafael dos Anjos Decision (unanimous) UFC on Fox: Werdum vs. Browne April 19, 2014 3 5:00 Orlando, Florida, United States
Win 21–0 Pat Healy Decision (unanimous) UFC 165 September 21, 2013 3 5:00 Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Win 20–0 Abel Trujillo Decision (unanimous) UFC 160 May 25, 2013 3 5:00 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States Catchweight (158.5 lbs) bout; Nurmagomedov missed weight.
Win 19–0 Thiago Tavares TKO (punches and elbows) UFC on FX: Belfort vs. Bisping January 19, 2013 1 1:55 São Paulo, Brazil Tavares tested positive for drostanolone.
Win 18–0 Gleison Tibau Decision (unanimous) UFC 148 July 7, 2012 3 5:00 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Win 17–0 Kamal Shalorus Submission (rear-naked choke) UFC on FX: Guillard vs. Miller January 20, 2012 3 2:08 Nashville, Tennessee, United States
Win 16–0 Arymarcel Santos TKO (punches) ProFC 36: Battle on the Caucas October 22, 2011 1 3:33 Khasavyurt, Russia
Win 15–0 Vadim Sandulitsky Submission (triangle choke) ProFC / GM Fight: Ukraine Cup 3 September 15, 2011 1 3:01 Odessa, Ukraine
Win 14–0 Khamiz Mamedov Submission (triangle choke) ProFC 30: Battle on Don August 5, 2011 1 3:15 Rostov-on-Don, Russia
Win 13–0 Kadzhik Abadzhyan Submission (triangle choke) ProFC: Union Nation Cup Final July 2, 2011 1 4:28 Rostov-on-Don, Russia
Win 12–0 Ashot Shaginyan TKO (punches) ProFC: Union Nation Cup 15 May 5, 2011 1 2:18 Rostov-on-Don, Russia
Win 11–0 Said Khalilov Submission (kimura) ProFC: Union Nation Cup 14 April 9, 2011 1 3:16 Rostov-on-Don, Russia
Win 10–0 Alexander Agafonov TKO (corner stoppage) M-1 Selection Ukraine 2010: The Finals February 12, 2011 2 5:00 Kiev, Ukraine
Win 9–0 Vitaliy Ostroskiy TKO (punches) M-1 Selection Ukraine 2010: Clash of the Titans September 18, 2010 1 4:06 Kiev, Ukraine
Win 8–0 Oleg Ali Bagov Decision (unanimous) Golden Fist Russia June 10, 2010 2 5:00 Moscow, Russia
Win 7–0 Shahbulat Shamhalaev Submission (armbar) M-1 Challenge: 2009 Selections 9 November 3, 2009 1 4:36 St. Petersburg, Russia Won the M-1 Selection Challenge.
Win 6–0 Eldar Eldarov TKO (punches) Tsumada Fighting Championship 3 August 8, 2009 2 2:44 Agvali, Russia
Win 5–0 Said Akhmedov TKO (punches) Tsumada Fighting Championship 3 August 8, 2009 1 2:05 Agvali, Russia
Win 4–0 Shamil Abdulkerimov Decision (unanimous) Pankration Atrium Cup October 11, 2008 2 5:00 Moscow, Russia Pankration Atrium Cup Lightweight Final.
Win 3–0 Ramazan Kurbanismailov Decision (unanimous) Pankration Atrium Cup October 11, 2008 2 5:00 Moscow, Russia Pankration Atrium Cup Lightweight Semifinal.
Win 2–0 Magomed Magomedov Decision (unanimous) Pankration Atrium Cup October 11, 2008 2 5:00 Moscow, Russia Pankration Atrium Cup Lightweight Opening Round.
Win 1–0 Vusal Bayramov Submission (triangle choke) CSFU: Champions League September 13, 2008 1 2:20 Poltava, Ukraine

See also

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