Khabib Nurmagomedov is known for his discipline and work ethic. The undefeated champion spent a lot of time in the UFC but kept himself away from any kind of betting sponsorships. Although the UFC works with sponsors like Draft Kings, Nurmagomedov has been very clear about his preferences and stayed away from betting sponsors. The reason behind the distance he keeps from betting is very religious. Islam followers are prohibited from involving in any gambling. Gambling of any kind is forbidden.
Do you want to enter a closed community and get the chance to meet with me? The new crypto product that I am creating in collaboration with the GMT project will be your pass. I'll tell you all the details soon: https://t.co/qYDo20UjYp pic.twitter.com/R4FNe24VgB
— khabib nurmagomedov (@TeamKhabib) February 24, 2023
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In a recent Twitter post, Khabib Nurmagomedov shared an opportunity with his fans to meet him and join a closed crypto community that works with NFTs. The collaboration didn’t make fans happy. Fans wanted the former lightweight fighter to stay away from the Crypto world and called the business ‘haram‘ comparing it to gambling.
Fans not happy with Khabib Nurmagomedov’s collaboration with Crypto
Khabib Nurmagomedov’s fans were not at all happy with their favorite star’s involvement with the crypto world. A fan suggested that the Dagestani should stick to community help and not get tangled in the crypto world.
Stick to help community with constructive things, those crypto thing is ephemeral and waste of time and money that can be used for greater cause. Youth doesn’t need crypto but something meaningful.
— 𝟙𝟘𝟛𝟙 (@HalfAmazing15_) February 24, 2023
Another fan looked disappointed and mentioned how his respect for Khabib had taken a hit because of his involvement with crypto.
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It seems this collaboration was unexpected for many fans.
Respect points -1
— VancityVal (@VancityVal) February 24, 2023
Another fan had similar views and made it known.
KHABIB NOOO DONT PARTICIPATE IN CRYPTO SCAMS pic.twitter.com/9l5rxjjOpW
— Ali (@ImOothman) February 24, 2023
Fans reminded Khabib how gambling was ‘Haram’
Investing in crypto is gambling. Isn’t that Haram?
— WMMA Scene Now (@NowWmma) February 25, 2023
Another fan had something along the same lines to say to Khabib Nurmagomedov.
Entire life you lived by Rules of Allah, don't ruin it now bro..
— Mirza Baig (@Baig2K19) February 24, 2023
A dejected fan requested Nurmagomedov to stop and tweeted:
brother stop! its haram!
— Hamza (@Itsyobawyee) February 24, 2023
Fans also reminded Khabib how once he had called gambling and betting worse than alcohol.
"promotes pump and dump cypto scam" https://t.co/xzRu0JBe8x pic.twitter.com/WtZZZEEjrI
— Gampez (@Gampez) February 25, 2023
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Thus, social media users let their unhappiness known.
Khabib Nurmagomedov has earned a lot of respect
Khabib Nurmagomedov had a great MMA career. He retired with 29 wins, without a single loss. His conduct outside the cage has also been appreciated by fans and experts. In the past, he had made it very clear that he would not associate with any betting sponsors as he felt it ruined families. However, many people are of the opinion that his latest tweet is not in line with his old stance.
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If Nurmagomedov pays any heed to what his fans expect from him or not remains to be seen. The crypto world has had a bumpy ride in the past year or so. The FTX debacle has hurt the crypto world, at least in terms of credibility. Do you think Khabib Nurmagomedov should associate himself with Crypto? What are your views on the Crypto trade?
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