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MOSCOW, RUSSIA – DECEMBER 13, 2021: Mixed martial artist Khabib Nurmagomedov gives a press conference, PK, Pressekonferenz at World Trade Centre Moscow. Valery Sharifulin/TASS
Is ‘The Eagle’ ever coming back to the UFC? The question has puzzled fight fans and pundits ever since the former Lightweight legend Khabib Nurmagomedov put down his gloves. Ever since his retirement, he had been engrossed in training fighters and stepped up as a coach to Dagestani prodigies like Islam Makhachev and Usman Nurmagomedov.
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Now, almost 3 years after his retirement, his cousin has given rise to a fan frenzy thanks to his recent revelations about his conversation with ‘The Eagle.’ How? Well, recounting his personal experiences with the UFC Hall-of-Famer, Usman Nurmagomedov has made some intriguing remarks about the possibility of his cousin’s comeback. So, what’s he saying?
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Usman Nurmagomedov recently sat down for an interview with ESPN’s Marc Raimondi. The most intriguing part of the conversation came when he was asked about Khabib Nurmagomedov’s potential return as a coach or cornerman. Around nine minutes into the interview, the 25-year-old Bellator star provided valuable insight into ‘The Eagle’s character, saying, 
“I know Khabib, and I know him like a brother, like a human who follows his word. If he says something, he follows [it]. [It] doesn’t matter if it’s bad for him or good for him. This man is like – this is like what I learned for my life now. He’s like an example for me – not only in the sport but in life too!”
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The most significant part of Usman Nurmagomedov’s commentary is his profound belief in Khabib’s unwavering commitment to his word. He portrays Khabib as a man of integrity who follows through on his promises, regardless of whether they benefit or challenge him.
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Taking his arguments a step ahead, he candidly declared what he thinks about the possibility of his legendary cousin’s comeback into the sport. The Bellator lightweight champ stated: “When I see, like – he tells something, he always follows his word. And I don’t think he’s gonna be coming back like a coach – corner or even he doesn’t come to watch fights in the arena…”
The 25-year-old Bellator star also provided a fascinating glimpse into Nurmagomedov’s coaching style and his personal experiences with the UFC Hall-of-Famer. In doing so, Usman Nurmagomedov made an intriguing comparison between his cousin and his current coach, Cain Velasquez.
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Usman remarked, “Cain [Velasquez] is not like [the] hardest coach like Khabib. Khabib is harder.” When asked to elaborate, Usman explained that Khabib’s coaching intensity was unmatched. He described Khabib as someone who constantly pushes his fighters forward, never allowing them to relax during training sessions. 
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UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov and interim champion Dustin Poirier take part in a press conference, PK, Pressekonferenz in central London to discuss their upcoming title bout UFC 242 which is to be held in Abu Dhabi. Press conference held at Hotel Cafe Royal, 68 Regent Street, London on 12 June 2019. PUBLICATIONxNOTxINxUK Copyright: xAndyxRowlandx PMI-2865-0001
What’s more – he attributed ‘The Eagle’s coaching approach to his upbringing. The 25-year-old highlighted the Hall-of-Famer’s belief that everyone should train as relentlessly as he does. Usman Nurmagomedov also expressed his deep longing for Khabib’s presence in his training sessions and corners. He confessed, “I miss him a lot, to be honest. I text him every day, like – ‘Hey, when are you coming back?’ He tells me, ‘Hey, leave me alone!’ [laughs].”
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Usman Nurmagomedov’s words shed light on his cousin’s unwavering commitment to his principles. Both in the sport of MMA and in life. Moreover, his cousin’s insights suggest that if ‘The Eagle’ does decide to come back, he will do so with the same dedication and integrity that have defined his career. What do you think? Will we ever see ‘The Eagle’ inside an Octagon ever again? Drop your thoughts in the comments below!
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