Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov grew up in the rugged mountains of Dagestan and had high hopes for the athletes he would eventually raise in his post-military career. He had a vision of leaving behind a legacy by molding fighters capable of delivering some of the most dominant performances the sport of MMA has ever seen. The late senior Nurmagomedov’s goal was to train champions who would secure their place in history and after his vision post demise is being realized by his son Khabib Nurmagomedov.

Now, with UFC 311 approaching, that vision is one step closer than ever to becoming reality. ‘The Eagle’ is fully behind his brothers, showing his excitement and rallying them ahead of their fights. The Dagestani camp has now found itself a new well-wisher in current welterweight champion.

Belal Muhammad motivates the Dagestani camp before their UFC 311 clash

January is shaping up to be a demanding month for Khabib Nurmagomedov, as he juggles preparing Islam Makhachev to defend his title against Arman Tsarukyan. He will also be helping Umar Nurmagomedov gear up for a championship bout against Merab Dvalishvili. On top of that, Usman Nurmagomedov is set to face Paul Hughes at PFL on January 25. While Khabib’s reputation as a fighter speaks for itself, his coaching style brings a whole new level of intensity.

The former champion’s skill in balancing his responsibilities as both a mentor and corner coach has been a hallmark of his career after retiring from competition. It’s not unusual for the former lightweight champion to back multiple teammates in a single night. At UFC 311, Khabib will once again be in the corner of three fighters, a task he’s handled successfully in the past. Welterweight champion Belal Muhammad also trained with the team which he has done in the past as well before his fight at UFC 304.

‘Remember the Name’ feels the former champion has done a fantastic job with his team. He is even confident that all of his fighters will come out on top at UFC 311. Nurmagomedov took to his Instagram account to share a story with Belal Muhammad. The caption of the post read, “Blessed to learn from the best 2 weeks till victory inshallah”.

After the passing of his father, Abdulmanap, due to COVID-19 complications, Khabib Nurmagomedov fully embraced his role as a coach and mentor. Without hesitation, he took on the responsibility of continuing his father’s legacy, guiding fighters through the same training system Abdulmanap had put in place.

This approach, often referred to as “father’s plan,” has already produced impressive results. Islam Makhachev now sits at the top of the lightweight division, Usman Nurmagomedov is making significant progress in his career, and Umar Nurmagomedov is just one fight away from competing for the bantamweight title. But how’s the energy in the camp before such a massive night at UFC 311? Let us find out about it below.

Team Khabib is ready to create history at UFC 311 reveals insider

Khabib Nurmagomedov may have retired from competition, but his presence in the MMA world remains as strong as ever. Since stepping away from the Octagon, the former undefeated UFC lightweight champion has embraced the role of a coach and mentor. His coaching philosophy reflects the disciplined, wrestling-heavy style that made him a champion, but his attention to detail and intense training sessions have become defining aspects of his mentorship. Beyond tactics and techniques, Khabib instills a sense of brotherhood and discipline in his fighters. His corner presence has been a key factor in his team’s continued success across multiple promotions.

For the first time in UFC history, two of Khabib Nurmagomedov’s closest proteges, Islam Makhachev and Umar Nurmagomedov, will fight for titles on the same card. With so much on the line, there has been speculation about possible tension within ‘Team Khabib.’ However, flyweight Tagir Ulanbekov was quick to shut down those rumors. In a recent interview with ‘Ushatayka’ on YouTube, Ulanbekov made it clear that the atmosphere in the camp remains positive. He said, “There’s no tension hanging over us. On the contrary, we’re extremely motivated. We train hard, stay focused, and approach each session with respect. As a team, we’re determined to surprise the world.” 

With so much on the line, can Team Khabib come out on top once again? What are your thoughts on Khabib Nurmagomedov’s transition to coaching? Will he be able to help his teammates secure one more victory? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.