Khabib Nurmagomedov Says He’s an ‘Optimist’ Ahead of Justin Gaethje Matchup

Khabib Nurmagomedov is back to his craft, attending media rounds after confirming his return to UFC.

The undefeated lightweight champion was recently a part of the presser organized by Gorilla energy and appeared thrilled about it. No, he did not express his excitement in the event.

However, Khabib later took to social media and reflected on the experience, which he cited as interesting.

Khabib Nurmagomedov gives insight to his latest media round

While ‘The Eagle’ has had been a part of several such meetings, he claims to have attended a presser with the Russian media after a long time.

Well, this was actually Khabib’s first interview with media since his father’s demise. The undefeated champion had to navigate a rough patch for fast few months.

However, Khabib vows to remain positive and take all the pros with him on the journey, excluding the cons.

The Dagestani champion detailed his experience via social media. Although the entire interview was held in Russian, Khabib has clarified that he had some good questions throughout.

Khabib signed off by revealing the principle which he follows to sustain life. Though he has faced a rough couple months, the Dagestani wants to only reflect on the positives.

“See You again friends. I am an optimist and I wish you the same, many different things are happening in life, always look at the situation positive mood, no matter how hard you are, throw away all the cons, take the pros with you and keep moving,” wrote Khabib.

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After defending the lightweight belt against Dustin Poirier at UFC 242, Khabib would re-appear against Justin Gaethje at UFC 254

For more than a year, he has been out of potential action. Meanwhile, Khabib’s upcoming rival Justin Gaethje has competed twice during this time.

Following UFC 242, Gaethje stepped up in the next Fight Night to knockout Donald Cerrone. He then earned his title shot by handing a vicious KO defeat to Tony Ferguson at UFC 249. Now, he could become both the lightweight champion and the first man to defeat Khabib at UFC 254.

If not, Khabib would keep the belt and extend his clean record to 29-0.

While the PPV has been staged for October 24, the venue and the remaining undercard is yet to be finalized.