“I Understand but Who Are You” – Khabib Was Left Shocked by 9-Year-Old Islam Makhachev the Dagestani Achieved Champion Status Along With His Elder Brother

Khabib Nurmagomedov and Islam Makhachev are one of the best duos in the sport of MMA. The Dagestani fighters have a special bond that goes back to their childhood. They have a rare friendship that is certain to last forever and will not be forgotten by MMA fans all around the world. However, MMA fans will not be able to see this fighter coach duo perform together after the retirement of coach Khabib Nurmagomedov from all forms of MMA. The fans will still remember the duo as one of the iconic duos of the sport. If one has to look back at some of the best stories between the two, Nurmagomedov has just the story for you.

Khabib Nurmagomedov shares a story about young Islam Makhachev

In a conversation with his dear friend Daniel Cormier, Khabib Nurmagomedov shared a story about a young Islam Makhachev. The heartwarming and wholesome story is something that the UFC fans and especially fans of Nurmagomedov and Makhachev will love to hear.

‘The Eagle’ narrated a story to Daniel Cormier, “In the year 2000, we’re going same school with Islam (Makhachev) and he was younger than me like three years.” Moreover, the MMA co-coach of the year added, “And it was like in gym and they go to one tournament in other city. He and my big brother Shamil. They go like 15 people only 2 guys become champion, Islam and Shamil.”

While narrating the story, the former UFC champion added, “Okay Shamil is the champion, I understand. But who are you? He is this small guy like 24 kilos. He come back with gold medal.”

Indeed, the friendship and brotherhood between the former and current lightweight champion is something that is admirable. Moreover, this story also indicates how Nurmagomedov has been present for Makhachev even during the earlier days of his career. However, the lightweight champion might have to get out of his comfort zone, as his dear friend might not be in his corner.

Islam Makhachev goes to defend his title without Khabib Nurmagomedov by his side

Islam Makhachev faces the most challenging task of his career as he defends his title against Alexander Volkanovski. However, Nurmagomedov has retired from all forms of MMA which means he won’t be coaching MMA anymore. So the lightweight champion goes to face the featherweight champion without the former champ in his corner.

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The fans are still hoping that Nurmagomedov stays for one last time in Makhachev’s corner. It remains to be seen what happens at UFC 284. Let us know what you think of the bond between Nurmagomedov and Makhachev.

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