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Islam Makhachev pays touching tribute to Khabib’s late father after stunning UFC 280 title win over Charles Oliveira

Published on October 23, 2022 at 05:36 PM

ISLAM MAKHACHEV paid an emotional tribute to Khabib Nurmagomedov’s late father following his UFC 280 title win.

The Russian followed in his friend and mentor’s footsteps on Saturday night by claiming the lightweight title with a second-round submission victory over Charles Oliveira.

Islam Makhachev claimed the lightweight title at UFC 280 in Abu DhabiMahkhachev claimed the 155lb strap with a second-round submission of Charles OliveiraMakhachev dedicated his title win to his late coach Abdulmanap NurmagomedovMakhachev paid a touching tribute to Khabib’s late fatherMakhachev’s triumph in Abu Dhabi saw him finish the plan laid out by his former coach Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov, whom he lauded in his post-fight interview.

The Dagestani said: “This belt is for my coach, Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov.

“Many years ago, he told, ‘Just train hard and you’re gonna be champion. So I want to give this belt to [his son].”;

Makhachev, 31, believes he owes his career to the Nurmagomedov family.

After presenting the belt to Khabib, he said: “Him and his father made me. I know [this].”;

Makhachev got his hands on UFC gold thanks to a nasty arm triangle after dropping Oliveira with a big hook.

An elated Makhachev said: “First, I have to say I always ask God and he always gives me more than I ask. Alhamdulillah.”;

He added: “I trained so hard for this moment.

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“All my life, when I was a kid, I trained for that moment. I want to say thank you.

“I always think this is not going to be an easy fight.

“He always pushes opponents but I know he’s going to be scared of my wrestling skills.

“I said this is my goal and Allah give me.”;

Khabib was quick to sing the praises of his long-time friend, saying: “He is the pound-for-pound No. 1 fighter today.

“Now our plan, fly all the way to Australia to fight with the pound-for-pound king [Alexander] Volkanovski.”

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