Overview
Khabib Nurmagomedov retired in October 2020 with a perfect 29-0 record after submitting Justin Gaethje in his final fight, then announced he was done in an emotional moment dedicated to his father Abdulmanap. The retirement stuck. His place in the sport's history is singular.
He is now the coach and trainer of Islam Makhachev, his protege who has exceeded the standard his mentor set and is now a two-division champion. The Dagestani wrestling lineage Khabib represents has become the most dominant school of thought in modern MMA.
Career Highlights
- Retired undefeated at 29-0
- UFC Lightweight Champion, defended title 3 times
- Submitted Conor McGregor in R4 at UFC 229
- Never taken down in his entire UFC career
Signature Moves
- 01Body lock to the mat
- 02Ground and pound from top position
- 03Rear naked choke
- 04Double-leg from hand-fighting range
Biggest Wins
WIN #1
Conor McGregor — Sub R4, UFC 229 (title defense)
WIN #2
Dustin Poirier — Sub R3, UFC 242 (title defense)
WIN #3
Justin Gaethje — Sub R2, UFC 254 (final fight, title defense)
WIN #4
Max Holloway — Decision, UFC 223 (won title)
THE DAD TAKE
Khabib is the fighter you explain to your kids as proof that one thing done at a supernatural level beats everything else. 29-0. That's dedication to craft. His student Makhachev just became a two-division champion. The legacy multiplies.
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