“Khabib Stalling the Expert”: Fans Left in Splits After Resurfaced Video of “Boring” Khabib Nurmagomedov Wrestling Luke Rockhold Goes Viral

Khabib Nurmagomedov is widely hailed as the best grappler to have ever set foot in the Octagon. With an impeccable record of 29-0, including three successful defenses of his UFC lightweight title, ‘The Eagle’ bid adieu to the sport, leaving behind a legacy that seems untouchable.

While wrestling was the Russian fighter’s forte, his dominance inside the cage often led to criticism of his fighting style. Some labeled him as “boring” due to his relentless ground control and methodical approach to victory. There have been several dialogues among the MMA community in regard to Nurmagomedov’s lack of striking display.

Recently, a clip showcasing ‘The Eagle’ engaging in a wrestling session with the former UFC middleweight champion Luke Rockhold has resurfaced online. In the footage, the Russian phenomenon appears to effortlessly dominate Rockhold, demonstrating his superior grappling skills. This gripping display has reignited the fans’ interest, triggering a divisive outpouring of comments and opinions.

Khabib Nurmagomedov gets the fans divided in their opinion on his wrestling

The circulating clip of a grappling session between Khabib Nurmagomedov and former UFC fighter Luke Rockhold has once again thrust the Dagestani star’s ground dominance into the spotlight. As the two engaged in an intense battle, a lighthearted dialogue unfolded between them.

In the midst of Khabib’s relentless control, Rockhold couldn’t help but jest, saying, “Don’t get too comfortable, Khabib.” Despite his words, the Russian phenom remained unfazed, responding with a touch of affection, “Brother, I just miss you. I hug you, brother.” A playful banter amidst the grappling intensified, as the UFC veteran quipped, “I like this hug.”

The video swiftly caught the attention of fans, who flocked to the comment section to share their thoughts on this intriguing interaction.

Check out how the fans reacted to this clip:

Reactions:

• “Khabibs Weight placement is on another level”
• “Khabib just wanted a hug and instead found 29 wins”
• “Luke wasn’t going no whereee”
• “Wild considering how good Lukes grappling is.”

While there were some fans who weren’t impressed:

• “The most boring champion ever in the UFC ladies and gentlemen”
• “Khabib the stalling expert.”
• “Now let’s see them strike”
• “This is sh*t bro…this is not fighting”

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Whether loved or loathed, Khabib Nurmagomedov’s impact on the sport remains indelible. His mastery of ground techniques, demonstrated in this captivating video, solidifies his status among the legends of the UFC.

What are your thoughts on Khabib’s wrestling? Let us know in the comments below.

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