WATCH: Khabib Nurmagomedov’s Reaction to Islam Makhachev’s Only UFC Loss

Khabib Nurmagomedov is arguably one of the greatest ever to step into the octagon. The former UFC lightweight champion has never lost a professional bout in his career. Although retired, he still plays an active role in coaching his team and taking care of his teammates. Let us look back at how ‘The Eagle’ reacted to his training partner’s only professional loss.

Nurmagomedov’s training partner Islam Makhachev is a bigshot in the lightweight division. He is currently ranked #4 in the division and is on a massive ten-fight win streak.

Nurmagomedov and his father have always been in Makhachev’s corner throughout his career. They were also present at UFC 192 when Makhachev took on Adriano Martins and suffered his only career loss.

This bout took place all the way back in 2015 and was Makhachev’s second fight in the promotion. Both Makhachev and Martins were on the come-up at the time, so booking this fight made sense.

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A clip posted on Reddit shows Nurmagomedov reacting to the fight. In the clip, we see Nurmagomedov instructing Makhachev to take his time and not rush things. Unfortunately for Makhachev, things didn’t go as planned because Martins knocked him out moments later via a beautifully placed hook.

Nurmagomedov reacted in frustration by putting his head down after the fight. The entire camp was visibly upset and shocked at this fight.

Islam Makhachev’s Comeback

This loss was a critical part of Makhachev’s career, as he clearly learned from it and has been on a winning streak ever since.

Makhachev’s career has flourished ever since that loss, with him slowly rising through the rankings over the years. Makhachev has displayed his elite wrestling skills and proved why he should be taken seriously.

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Makhachev has been criticized throughout his career for taking on unranked opponents. But, Makhachev put this claim to rest after taking on hot prospect Dan Hooker and submitting him in the very first round. Makhachev also beat fellow contender Bobby Green by knockout via punches in the first round.

With these big victories, Makhachev is now a top 5 contender and a favorite for the title fight. Do you think Makhachev will fight for the title? Drop your opinions in the comments below.