Khabib Nurmagomedov describes his nerves in corner for Islam Makhachev at UFC 280 | ESPN MMA

ESPN MMA’s Brett Okamoto speaks with Khabib Nurmagomedov after Islam Makhachev’s submission win against Charles Oliveira to win the lightweight title. Khabib also describes the nerves he had in the corner during the fight and gives his thoughts on a matchup vs. Alexander Volkanovski.
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[@rangojackson3798]

When Khabib says “brahther” you know it’s gonna be straight knowledge.

[@soufianecherradi7919]

Hahahaha you're right 😂😂

[@aadil4787]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@M.M85]

💯

[@Lilwayne911Eminem]

Ahahaha yesssss sirrrr if you know you know 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@Beholderz]

So true 😂

[@7wolfz]

Can we all just take a minute to respect how good khabib got in English 👏

[@admiretemovic3414]

💪🏽❤️

[@nomanaslam5488]

Really a great improvement

[@bennitob8]

Yours still shaky lol

[@abayomrunkojemusa9086]

@@bennitob8 not as shaky as your mum was that night 😂

[@QuadrantRoyale]

Why can't you just say "his English has improved"? Instead of "can we all just take a minute...." internet simpleton... Just chasing clout

[@MbahMu9829]

That's not arrogance, that's confidence backed by hard work and insane training regime.

[@muzammilmohsin7259]

For once I see someone speak what's true

[@MOLEGGZ74]

FACTUAL

[@rafee_alaasyawi]

He's just saying what he honestly believes, and he's saying it plainly.

[@jamesclerkmaxwell8020]

"Its not bragging when you can back it up" Muhammad Ali

[@khalilahbilal2002]

I don’t think we have ever seem in America a man like this that’s true to his faith and his God

[@Absolutepower7]

I can literally listen to this man all day. It’s not trash talking, he’s literally telling you how you will lose and it happens exactly the same way 😂👌🏾

[@everythingisawesome2903]

Exactly. Khabib doesn't trash talk, he means every word he says.

[@ayadnyc4094]

Scary thing man 😂😂😂

[@shycreation9418]

i cant believe he just told him exactly what he needs to prepare for lol. and hes not even lying. i think volks best defense will be a good offence in this fight

[@januszkowal3327]

He trash talks too because he said Olivera will be scared to walk out to cage. He is retired and scared.

[@TheChzoronzon]

@@januszkowal3327 Yeah, he seems terrified... lol, clown

[@coolfool147]

"Cage cage everywhere same" "Give me location." - Khabib true champion. The GOAT

[@nafisfuad778]

🐐🦅

[@RapIsLife2000]

@Boosi Boosi what

[@vinnyphilly2495]

Can the ufc stop kissing up to those rats in abudabi I'm tired of seeing those rats on my TV

[@JavierPerez-vk2ec]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@sulemandukuray2165]

It’s mma this is not boxing

[@matimbabaloyi2916]

This guys are so confident they tell their opponents their game plan and execute it exactly as predicted

[@abdullahzackariah3642]

That was so badass, prepare for the Thai clinch we're gonna come and beat you with it, mans confidence and skills are on another level.

[@madaxwayne]

@@abdullahzackariah3642they think their getting a headstart until they realise they have already been lapped a few times volk dont know whats coming even if he thinks he does

[@warrengomez67]

Exactly 😂 Khabib did that his whole career

[@KusunokiSG47]

Dagestan fighters kinda cheaters though They farm exp in amateur leagues, then when they contract UFC they already high level (I am kidding)

[@vinnyphilly2495]

Can the ufc stop kissing up to those rats in abudabi I'm tired of seeing those rats on my TV

[@Tony2Tonnes]

This man oozes an aura that is unmatched, these men were champions way before they lifted the UFC belt!!☝️

[@GTanya07]

agreed

[@user-jx6zx4ie6j]

because he's calling out the toughest opponents no matter the weight class. Volk earned those fights, and I'd bet my life savings that Volk could finish Charles. What kind of idiot does hard sparring a week out from a fight? He tried to confuse Islam last minute and playing these games instead of being a man and fighting. Now he's hiding somewhere from Islam. Charles was simply holding the belt for Islam. I'd like to see Justin fight him again after Islam wins. He needs 2-3 fights to get the title shot now, don't pull out this time last minute like a coward. CHAMP HAS A NAME, HIS NAME IS ISLAM MAKHACHEV!

[@sanesanchezs]

How can you dislike this guy? He is dangerous but kind.

[@Skibbidyboobop]

It seems to me that those who are truly dangerous are the most kind. No need for false bravado when you are as skilled as him.

[@triocha233]

@@Skibbidyboobop that’s that Carl Jung Shadow concept

[@fafafais]

​@@triocha233Sure sure.. Have you Read the Quran

[@akhilravindran6133]

Khabib retired early to make way for Islam Makhachev, now he has achieved his second goal. Congrats brother.

[@everythinggaming7938]

Not true Fathers plan was for Khabib to get 30-0 but when his father died his mother told him not to fight without your dad so he told her he will do one last fight and retire

[@vinnyphilly2495]

Can the ufc stop kissing up to those rats in abudabi I'm tired of seeing those rats on my TV

[@bigshadowfocus7888]

@@vinnyphilly2495 well you knew the fight was gonna be there so if you paid to watch a PPV then complain my friend you’re an idiot!

[@shaun5047]

@@vinnyphilly2495 lmao Well those “rats” keep beating everyone

[@boysipats6741]

@@vinnyphilly2495 😈😆sige iyak😈😆

[@salicslol]

he literally told volkanovski what to prepare for lmao what a legend

[@GotMyDickInYaMouth]

his whole career he gave spoilers to his opponent’s to what to prepare for

[@hypemantv431]

I SWEAR TO TELL YOUR OPPONENT WHAT YOURE GONNA DO AND WHAT HE CAN DO TO PREPARE FOR IT IS INSANE THIS MAN IS A LEGEND🙏🏼💯

[@punchyscyllarus565]

because it doesn't matter. islam has had 20+ years to prepare his core (look at his back!), grappling reflexes and instincts. there's nothing anyone can do in a few months.

[@BboyZoinks]

He always said “they can know plan but they can’t stop it”

[@kenjohn12]

Never seen anything like it. These dagestanis changed a whole sport. Even the best fighters always never say what they are going to do and what their game plan is. Khabib and his team have always exactly said it and still no one has been able to stop it.

[@steveytyler6247]

When khabib say "we need location" 😂😂 this man is legend ❤️

[@isDatBoi]

He smile for a sec.. he might remember something

[@Yaseenad]

"Even if he know this let him prepare" that's scary.. 🐐

[@ricko9879]

No, it's not scary. It's reckless confidence. It's MMA. Anything can happen. You can walk for 20 years and still trip and fall on your face bro

[@axel_adams4988]

This man is great at everything he does... So happy he fulfilled his father dream and legacy 👏

[@beaualIoevv]

peter griffin alt account

[@beaualIoevv]

khabibs father got smeshed into depths of -HeII

[@erwinsmith3198]

@@beaualIoevv nice try, but you better make your parents proud of you before it’s too late. Oh wait…

[@zacknight9137]

Salty mr beau, right on queue 🤡. Did your boy get smeshed? Cry more basement dweller

[@Heellp]

@@beaualIoevv chill lil boy

[@Samb0o0o0]

Now people can respect what this man was. He was on another level to everyone. Hate him or love him but respect him

[@VENoM-fb7rm]

I guess you are one of those guys who were saying islam doesn't even deserve to fight charles! What happened now? How's the humble pie? 🤣

[@Dan-ce3sd]

how is he on another level exactly?

[@jmsoarez8090]

@@Dan-ce3sd you serious dan??

[@jmsoarez8090]

@@VENoM-fb7rm hater

[@giovanirafael]

@@Dan-ce3sd You must be a hater or a very stupid casual!

[@tamurhaq]

Ever since Khabib graced this sport dirty trash talk has largely gone away. Respect for opponents is in style. Grace and strength is now beginning to be shown with appreciating your opponent. This man changed the entire game for good. That's the definition of a legend.

[@asyiksundani9127]

Agree brother Tamur..Pep and Klopp has change rivalry to healthy one in football. Now i wish Khabib can show us how to face yr opponent between respect and confidency that classy. Btw yr name remembering me to great warrior Timur Lenk.

[@tamurhaq]

@@asyiksundani9127 You're absolutely right. And yes, I was named after Timur Lenk ;).

[@alviltayco3713]

Agreed!

[@danielbras5123]

No it hasn’t 💀, trash talk is just as prevalent and bad as ever do you watch the press conferences?

[@tamurhaq]

It used to be everyone, now its only a few.

[@1eV]

His answer to "Was this the toughest fight of Islam" was pure class

[@Dark.Syndicate]

quite intelligent he is. truly a smart reply.

[@TheNaz1996]

Can you explain it better cus I wasn’t sure what point he was trying to make ?

[@moosakashif115]

@@TheNaz1996 he’s criticising the revisionism when fighters lose a fight. He faced it when he beat Connor, Dustin and Justin. He doesn’t want the same thing to occur to Islams opponents

[@askme0084]

That's so crazy how smart Khabib is. So tactical and levels ahead of others.

[@recko800]

@Boosi Boosi this mma not boxing you’re dwerb

[@yorksfolly1255]

@Boosi Boosi someone is upset that fighters have skillsets outside of just striking to win lol.

[@vinnyphilly2495]

Can the ufc stop kissing up to those rats in abudabi I'm tired of seeing those rats on my TV

[@supremeleaderarmy9164]

@@vinnyphilly2495 Iv seen u post this on so many different channels, tell us how deep u are hurting right now

[@blarsay8891]

@@vinnyphilly2495 Muslim haters cope and seethe lol.

[@dekass7965]

"The cage is the same everywhere, the cage closes it's you and your opponent"...legendary mindset

[@thedogtobs9469]

@@aubyryan ?????

[@CBRseven1]

👏👏👏

[@SonGokuuuuuuu]

“People have to understand” 😂😂 I love Khabib man

[@rajumunshi1475]

'Volkanovski we respect you but we want to take your position' The most sweet threat call by khabib 🤣

[@Messi-by6rh]

I'm dying lol

[@zerodarkthirty9981]

Gsp style lol

[@haseebwaqar8980]

😅

[@rollo_tomasi3853]

Khabib literally pressured Belal Muhammad to go forward and bring the fight to Brady... He’s not just the LW Goat, he’s a great coach as well

[@PickemMMA]

That belal finish cost me 600$ lol belal never gets the finish but he finished Brady lol I hd him by decision

[@altamashsameer9418]

@@PickemMMA i feel u.... 😭 Nobody expected Belal TKO

[@uncruckus9345]

Jose mourning of mma coaching

[@ezworkbro9057]

trevor whitmans better than khabib lol

[@ezworkbro9057]

+ brady can't strike so that made belal look like dustin poirier almost

[@jovyong5289]

Khabib is not only a great fighter. He's also an amazing trainor and now an upcoming promoter

[@jaychannelhkg]

habib is like you! Nothing!

[@michellepadilla7254]

Wow the fact he told volkanovski exactly what to prepare for is 🤯 That’s truly another level and confidence on: “can’t touch this”

[@bagerbager1031]

I love it !🥰

[@shahidazmi2207]

Khabib was so polite he said Islam gonna take charles to deep ocean 😂

[@berlin4103]

At the end the way he challenged volk 🔥

[@alcottdevalte7440]

Let's just be happy that Khabib didn't fight Oliveira, he would have mauled him...

[@raidhalawani6804]

God gave victory to Isalm and to who do good. Islam will give charity. Oliwhatever is humbled, no Ferraris and show off. Islam is the religion of science and peace🇸🇦🔥 woooo

[@BidoMaggot]

Lmao he was gonna say islam gonna m- maul him 😂😂😂

[@siddheshkhatavkar7367]

@@alcottdevalte7440 lets wish that fight to happen

[@Shahzadkhan-dm3cv]

Khabib... "HE WAS MY FATHER'S FAVOURITE STUDENT".... Deep word's spoken by the brother Khabib...

[@Dualities]

can we also talk about that home turf advantage? or how abu dabi pays millions to ufc? or weight advantage? or how 50% of comments under ufc mma videos are fake promo accounts

[@nicolaschophi4080]

"we grew up together!" wow never knew that

[@gunsmith308]

@@Dualities I am not fake, I am brazilian and Makhachev supporter. Why everything great is treated like fake nowadays?

[@youalreadyknow5003]

@@Dualities wow u are stupid

[@zeldris478]

@@Dualities 1- Abu Dhabi isn't his home turf. 2- If you're saying UFC is rigged, you have to PROVE IT. 3- Oliveira is actually 190lbs, Islam is only 183lbs-ish (Idk why people think Islam is heavier than Oliveira?). 4- Does that matter? The only thing that matters is the actual fight.

[@demonsushi-_-3403]

Now remember this, when khabib and Islam talk it’s not cockiness, it’s pure self confidence and belief.

[@isDatBoi]

Same like conor

[@saadpatel3924]

@dat boi no connors delusional 😂

[@jorgemasvidal5834]

can you imagine khabib comes back and rematch conor! how big that fight will be? it will do like 4 million ppv buys

[@farhanitrate3800]

Man, the way Khabib took his time and predicted Volkanovsi fight. I believe him.

[@MrKsan05]

I'm not Muslim (I'm Christian) but I can't help but have a great deal of respect for Khabib and the way he handles himself. Respect.

[@mouizali5526]

Why mention your not muslim?

[@shadabkouser2446]

Respect..

[@neverleverland5685]

you dont have to be a muslim to have respect

[@kutzallday1614]

Read and study the Quran and authentic sources please and you will see the reasons for his humility and confidence.

[@1800s]

@@kutzallday1614 yes this comment

[@paulrush2792]

Khabib has won me over, didnt like him a few years back but he has showed me his qualitys? A good guy

[@IftiAlam1999]

I like how confident yet pragmatic he is in the situation. Like, he's confident that Islam is skilled enough to handle Charles yet not ruling out the possibility of unpredictable turnarounds that happens in MMA (mentioning Leon vs Usman last second KO).

[@kingztv2066]

“He was my fathers best student” these guys are unique

[@khabbabibnalaratt7668]

favorite, not best, listen again

[@Dualities]

can we also talk about that home turf advantage? or how abu dabi pays millions to ufc? or weight advantage? or how 50% of comments under ufc mma videos are fake promo accounts

[@Dualities]

u all fake accounts

[@jasonbored8319]

@@Dualities Stay salty

[@charlie0009]

@@Dualities u commenting this under every khabib and islam video. Wow u had to be broken hard

[@MrShahrozzz]

Not only the GOAT, but also the greatest coach 👑

[@beaualIoevv]

khabibs father got smeshed into depths of -HeII

[@watersandblue6001]

Jon Jones is the Goat of MMA

[@shanerobinson925]

@@beaualIoevv don't do that

[@thanosbustedinyourmum]

I love how there’s no comments on any of the videos 😂😂😂💀💀💀💀😂😂😂💀😂💀😂💀😂💀😂 they are all so angry this guy right here is so mad he’s talking about a dead person that’s how angry his fans are they are either online talking crazy like this guy or they are probably beating up their girlfriends getting in domestic disputes I bet the cops are getting called everywhere all over the world because Charles fans are beating their wives and children

[@7reasons617]

155 goat. Not THE Goat. Not above Bones, Gsp, MM, Silva, or Dc.

[@romeosantiago1036]

The brotherhood is so inspiring. I wish I had a brother like Khabib

[@jimkerrykhan5391]

If you cant have a brother like Khabib, be a brother like Khabib to someone else.

[@junedqureshi4036]

@@jimkerrykhan5391 well said

[@mrskinnerful]

@@jimkerrykhan5391 HARD !!!

[@asiakym]

Wow, he straight up told Alexander what to prepare for. Khabib is a different type of gentleman...

[@AyeZeeMade]

The disrespect Khabib has gotten since he retired is unmatched. He left the UFC because his father and coach past away, and every soul on social media would keep saying he's running from the division, he's scared of charles, you name it. For Islam to dominate charles the way that he did, there should be zero consideration who's the lightweight goat.

[@Sdot-od8jf]

100% Khabib didn’t run from the sport. He evolved from being a fighter to a leader. He is now a very successful coach, MMA league owner and leader of his people. He is living with a higher purpose. Just like he said in his HOF speech.

[@lemongeezer1157]

One more thing I'd like to add, knowing how much Khabib loves his team and family, I'm almost 100% sure that while considering retiring, Khabib would have definitely thought it could benefit Islam too. Because Islam couldn't become champion if Khabib just went on with the belt

[@cb6667]

Are there really people said he run from the division? If anything him leaving set the division free for the other fighters lol Bec he would keep dominating everybody and it was islams to shine leaving and coaching his father favorite student was the way to go

[@Felskroner]

@@cb6667 no its a complete strawman, idk how people thumbs up this stupid comment

[@I.make.AI.Cover.song.videos]

Facts.. the fact that Makhachev dominated Olivera with one L in his record while khabib got non..

[@btnjerome]

Khabib dropping so much knowledge and confidence. What life looks like when you're 110% dedicated to something.

[@abubokorbile9818]

You are 110% right

[@bboysaif8]

Discipline = Freedom

[@ibrahimmalik9127]

@@bboysaif8 well said sir

[@kainkabil6393]

He started to become the best promoter in UFC. The way he explains the details and his honesty

[@Mjolbaggar]

This guy is way smarter than most fighters. That is the reason he dominated.

[@deermeatfordinner]

Volkanovski was just told exactly what to prepare for! That is incredible for a variety of reasons!!! More than anything, he was being honest, second, he was selling the fight before it’s even announced! This is going to be a HUGE HUGE fight that captures the the world!!!

[@Shiggystardust]

This will be the biggest mma crowd of all time. 70k will be in attendance

[@oxgtitan978]

Who did you go for for the Olivera vs makachev, I went for olivera love ya deer meat Everyman lives but few get to live 🤙🏽

[@Rvns556]

Everybody who fights all the Eagles MMA guys know that they’re going into. Volk is going to get ripped apart. He is not that level of fighter.

[@princeabraham1581]

@@Rvns556 😂😂😂😂

[@rayromano6249]

I'm Australian and I hope Alex loses. The guy acts like a total douche. Especially at the face offs

[@avertismentguy62]

I know it sucks that he isn't fighting anymore, but I'm so glad we still get to see this guy and have him part of the sport and coaching such a high calibre of fighters.

[@jorgemasvidal5834]

can you imagine khabib comes back and rematch conor! how big that fight will be? it will do like 4 million ppv buys

[@aj1379]

@@jorgemasvidal5834 nope

[@threethan1291]

@@jorgemasvidal5834 he has nothing to prove

[@edvinparmeza1298]

@@jorgemasvidal5834 he is not interested in that, he even refused 100 million dollars for a comeback, how can a rematch with conor convince him to come back, he cemented his legacy as a fighter, and now he is cementing his legacy as a coach, in the future his other students and brothers may become the next champions, who knows?

[@jorgemasvidal5834]

@@edvinparmeza1298 I said can you imgine!

[@CEO.OF.EPO.]

He literally told Volk their gameplan. This is just badass 😂

[@Givemeproofkid]

Hahaha that is the fun part about this team This is our plan brother what can you do brother

[@Millmoney]

Khabib been doing that all his fight and no one seem to do something about it 😂

[@Endyy10]

And Volk will do nothing.... just tap..... 😅

[@muhammadihsan6645]

Crazyy 😅😂

[@aizanmuttar3830]

Volkanoskis: Chill....What The Fcuk i getting in 😭,, Mc Tapper: Tweet As Easy Win to Oli....Look Silence Now🤣🤣🦘🦘👋👋

[@TasaduqZamirKhan]

" Cage close , you n your opponent " That was epic Team Khabib is horrifying

[@dash9004]

This guy is the real GOAT !!!!!!!!

[@armanarya6562]

3:10. "I told Dana, brathar, I have to give him this belt, because I don't lose belt" F-classic!!! This guy is something else. 🦅

[@imanuddeenmarzukee6745]

Best line so far !!

[@armanarya6562]

@@imanuddeenmarzukee6745 And you know what's even more crazy? He gave up the belt for Islam to claim it to fulfill his fathers dream. Khabib actually has given up millions of dollar to fulfill his late fathers dream, otherwise he still would be dominating the division. This is mad.

[@Qam001]

Khabib is actually a good talker. He has a strange charisma about him and he is really accurate and respectful at the same time. The guy will go down as a legend of coaching aswell as a fighter. Usually a fighter is good but not a good coach or vice versa. It's rare for someone to have both qualities

[@yiyithewuster]

I think because everything he says is matter of fact. Straight to the point no bs. Also everyone on that team walks around with lots of humility and gratitude but also next level confidence. They respect every opponent but at the same time know they are leagues above any competition

[@Ccm2019]

He’s good because he’s not trying to be politically correct and woke.. he doesn’t self promote.. he just state facts.. admits he is nervous. I mean just complete honesty.

[@green_building]

Yea he is very charismatic .. That's why ufc put him to hall of fame

[@BoodyAnto]

trust me, it attracts women in a strange way

[@Yeahagreed]

Yep khabib has a unique charisma. I think it's because he's like the most talkative person among his friends as well lol.

[@grzib]

How can you not love this guy ❤

[@jibsmokestack1]

One of the most likeable people in the world right now! Speaks pure facts!

[@Ali198_]

GOAT fighter, GOAT coach.

[@vinnyphilly2495]

Can the ufc stop kissing up to those rats in abudabi I'm tired of seeing those rats on my TV

[@le226p.deepak3]

@@vinnyphilly2495 modda gudu ra Vinny puka

[@user-ob3nm1yi7t]

GOAT ???? Lmao 😂😂😂😂 Jon Jones, GSP, DJ, Fedor, Silva Khabib Goat ??? 😂😂😂😂

[@fidanrexhepi2121]

@@user-ob3nm1yi7t go on cry in a corner boy

[@ducatarina8310]

Spider #1 Jones #2 the rest is history

[@patricknez7258]

I feel like Khabib seems more excited after Islam's win than he was after his own wins. Really speaks to the close bond that they share, as well as what a generous humble person and teammate Khabib is imo

[@StarGamingPubgMobile]

Islam is from a poor family and all the cost and expenses of travelling , food, accommodation, are handled by Khabib. That's what Islam said few years ago if i remember correctly. And that's the reason why islam gave his belt to Khabib after winning and said he was there because of Khabib and his father.

[@joratos5550]

He definitely isn’t humble tho 😂

[@asense8152]

@@joratos5550 you’re probably mistaking confidence in his combat skill ability as arrogance my bro . Khabibs character off and on camera speaks volumes of his upbringing, obviously we won’t know 100%. Can only go by what we perceive. Even when he jumped the cage after his Connor fight, first think he addressed was an apology to the sport and the fans and if I remember correctly “ I know my father gonna SMESH me” he’s a humble guy bro a lot of celebs or rich people don’t use their money to good use projects, like helping under developed countries. Sadio mane, ex Liverpool player; current Bayern player is a similar example of humility. God bless Joratos.

[@tutlliu3167]

Khabib father adopted Islam when he was young. Khabib and Islam grew up together as brothers. When khabib was active he kept being up islams name in interviews but people did not know who he was yet

[@ryanb8736]

Khabib puts others first. Him last. Islam was always there for Khabib. Now it’s Islams time.

[@genesevox7403]

My respect for Khabib is deep with many layers.

[@lMike2Dopel]

It's crazy how Khabib's predictions for his fighters like 90% of the time come true exactly how he tells you and yet everyone still doubts him or his fighters

[@redamarzouk]

I remember Conor asking Brett "what Khabib gave to the sport", and that he went sprinting to retire after couple of title defenses... Now it's safe to say that Khabib contribution to MMA as a champion and then as coach is far more than anyone can deny. The guy is just so technical with his predictions, so humble when giving credits to fighters even when they lose, and a great businessman owning his own promotion. Khabib is sheer class, a one in a generation human being!

[@rennaEdits96_]

Nobody is Perfect 😏

[@kizanoshisui9640]

He's the most dominant fighter of UFC History, this guy is the youngest or one of the youngest hall of fame fighter of UFC history, And now he's the coach of a champion. I put him over Conor, for me he is ahead of Conor in what he has been able to bring to the history of the UFC. And he is still writing his history because he will leave a legacy to the UFC. Much more than Conor did, although Conor brought a lot to the UFC.

[@Rlouis367]

Since when we the real hardcore fans listen to Conor mctaptap's opinions,..why tap, go sleep 🤣

[@Rlouis367]

@@kizanoshisui9640 Mctaptap brought a lot of casuals n WWE type of fans 🤣

[@qwertyali2943]

@@Rlouis367 exactly 💯

[@Naksu..]

"There is nothing better in this sport than bring your opponent to the deep ocean, let them know what they're about, and let them tap." - Khabib

[@chike8674]

Translation crotch sniff

[@vinnyphilly2495]

Can the ufc stop kissing up to those rats in abudabi I'm tired of seeing those rats on my TV

[@fidanrexhepi2121]

@@vinnyphilly2495 did some arabs fuk u in the mouth hahaa

[@melancholymartialarts7095]

@@vinnyphilly2495 better get used to it 🤣🤣

[@elshanks1578]

@@vinnyphilly2495 stop crying 😹😹😹😹😹 lil bih

[@chusssMusic]

It feels great that we get to watch great fights and great fighters without school kids trash talk and disrespectful drama.

[@Legend27999]

2:58 this dude is so down to earth it’s amazing 6:14 it’s crazy how he can be so terrifying and so humble and nice at the same time!

[@suarezjunior6281]

The fact that they made it look easy against Charles is just mind blowing!

[@jiwakental4412]

Training hard, fight easy - Khabib

[@Sambigs9112]

Easiest money I’ve made in my life Paid off my house betting on these kings

[@danielmaybez3243]

@@Sambigs9112 two you and me man😎

[@leonardomoore1868]

suarez junior not only that after the 1st rd charles wanted no part of the ground fight and yes charles had quit in him.

[@sagralroomy6650]

@@Sambigs9112 aw u belong to my club. Betting on those two legends is like buy btc in 2017.🔥💰 Khabib made me 37K and Islam 46K. Never doubt nurmagomedov school.

[@earthculture214]

One word: DEDICATION.Complete and utter dedication. Bravo Islam and Team.

[@vinnyphilly2495]

Can the ufc stop kissing up to those rats in abudabi I'm tired of seeing those rats on my TV

[@blue_belt_blues9554]

@@vinnyphilly2495 copy and pasting same comment.... you're so cool bro

[@timbuck2406]

Shoutout to khamzat for stealing the show today …. Nobody wants to see Islam vs Volk but we all want to see khamzat vs the head kick eater Belel

[@happiieee7881]

@@vinnyphilly2495 u should be hired for cheer leader

[@duckman5563]

@@timbuck2406 lol mma fans want to see islam vs volk.. you just sound bitter..

[@Thewhiskeyalphazulu]

He even called out MMA fans who will forget charles like they did when he fought gaethje. The guy is more tuned into the sport than you can imagine

[@LordMelchiahX]

Very true... Every opponent Khabib faced was his "toughest opponent yet" and then he made them all look average at best. These guys are on another level. No disrespect to any LW but these Dagestanis are something else.

[@user-nc1pk7lz6d]

also mentioned that ben is 100% deserved title fight

[@jeffn2723]

@@LordMelchiahX Do you think anyone will be able to take the belt from him?

[@SK-ix8jb]

@@jeffn2723 maybe if someone lands a knockout shot, but unless someone can match him on the ground then I doubt it.

[@randahadistianda1228]

@@SK-ix8jb and who can knock him out??? Khabib is a tank he never bleeds, maybe another Dagestan can beat him.

[@jakesmith6669]

Khabib letting Volkanovski know he’ll lose and the game plan with months left till the fight is terrifying 😳

[@IrfanQuraeshi]

If I was a MMA fighter I would never tell anyone my plans like this 😅 I'd be scared

[@gatesgates7788]

@@IrfanQuraeshi “even if he know this, let him prepare this, how many months? 5 months? 6 months? This guy been doing it 20 years.”

[@Sdot-od8jf]

@@IrfanQuraeshi Lolol bro I’d try faking out my opponents every time. “We gotta stand and bang” and then go only for takedown..

[@IrfanQuraeshi]

@@Sdot-od8jf haha exactly

[@1armedwolf2003]

volk has a 1 in a million chance lol

[@vandergruff]

Khabib always manages to be funny and serious at the same time.

[@shahid8545]

Khabib is such a beast that he literally tells you the fight plan before the fight and it works exactly the way he described. He did this for all of his fights, told all his opponents the fight strategy and beat them with it. No one is ready to coil with the Anaconda.

[@mohamedqassem5271]

I will smash your Boy guys And its done 💪

[@futurefashion6016]

Because he knows twenty years everyday is no jo joke

[@everythingisawesome2903]

Also predicted that Islam would tap put Oliveira in two rounds only but people thought he is trash talking. Khabib doesn't trash talk, he means every word he says.

[@fengwoengo]

Fight plan: Go in, smash Opponent, Go home.

[@JavTheJoker]

I noticed that with Islams fight, he was able to match Charles's thai clinch at one point and negated some of his kicks that Poirier struggled so much with. The gameplan from Khabibs corner was so good. Javier Mendez also deserves a lot of credit.

[@saifaldin_]

Agreed.. both Javier Mendez and Khabib are big on game planning.

[@BoodyAnto]

gsp said the same though

[@stevebergman4587]

Agreed. People need to respect Javier a perspective.

[@Niighht]

I noticed that Islam was just better

[@OnDeenObito]

Ngl javier just sits, its mainly khabib 💀

[@Roozbehjune]

the OGOAT! (Original Greatest Of All Time) I love how real he is; totally detached from his own ego so his bro can rise and shine. "We're here for legacy - send me location." Such a pleasure bare witness! I feel utter gratitude for every decision their camp has made in the last few decades to make it to this point. Peace and Respect!

[@shoubhaniknath1924]

I like how Khabib so bluntly reveals the prevalent double standards to the interviewer...how people hype up a fighter, and the moment they lose, they are not so great, not up to the level. We are very quick to raise and discard fighters. Great champion, greater man.

[@christopherlethe2997]

His eloquence in English is unbelievable.

[@vinnyphilly2495]

Can the ufc stop kissing up to those rats in abudabi I'm tired of seeing those rats on my TV

[@smash4139]

@@vinnyphilly2495 take rest

[@mainscript1172]

@@vinnyphilly2495 Pissy Vinny 🤣🤣

[@spencermasamba5313]

Someone give vinny a hug I think he needs one

[@hhhson3622]

@@vinnyphilly2495 bro it is God that created all of us. Jesus was also related to those people or theirs ancestors, you overlooked. shame on you. grow up

[@brucewayne-bv4ok]

*Khabib is still on a league of his own ! never disrespect him by comparing him with other fighters like charles*

[@notoftentold4076]

Word

[@LP1ToTheEndOfTime]

No disrespect to Charles either he's a great fighter and a great champion, but Khabib is just a different beast.

[@da-p6814]

Conor Mcgregor is better fighter kabib can hug people on the ground Conor Mcgregor Can actually FIGHT

[@LaVaZ000]

@@LP1ToTheEndOfTime Of course, respect to all fighters, but they're not comparable to Khabib.

[@victorpapillon1487]

How, you absolute nothing? Khabib finished Poirier , Charles finished him, Khabib finished Gaethje , Charles finished him sooner, Charles would have finished Connor, Khabib lost to Gleison Tibau, crackhea you are.....

[@MusicholicDr]

What an incredible personality he is man, huge respect to khabib, amazing human being always support his team ❤️❤️🔥🔥🔥

[@aliyu7961]

He is honestly giving Volkanovski the game plan and daring him to do something about it😅🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@RealTwigoo]

Let him prepare this 😤

[@Asiyah2000]

😭

[@Sdot-od8jf]

1000% he’s actually telling Volk like this Volks responsibility train as hard as he can in these areas… most “martial arts” attitude I’ve ever seen lol

[@Atpeace710]

Well he just did

[@k.f.r6674]

​@@Atpeace710 still lost,so couldn't do anything 😂

[@hyggeravn6325]

I really like how khabib acknowledges how he's nervous. Not because he doubts islam, but because he loves him, and knows anything can happen at any time. I feel like so many fighters think they have to fake not being nervous because it "makes them look tough", but honestly everyone is nervous.

[@saifaldin_]

Makhachev looked quite nervous during the walkout, but once he was inside the cage, he became laser focused..

[@hyggeravn6325]

@@saifaldin_ yeah that's the thing, I can guarantee that Charles was nervous as well. Of course you are. You're fighting to become lightweight champion. Oliveira never really lost the nerves in the ring tho

[@ELGUAPOIV]

Even Mike Tyson said he was scared to fight in boxing. If Mike tyson felt fear, that says something

[@kizanoshisui9640]

@@hyggeravn6325 the dif here is that Charles was the real champion even for Khabib camp.

[@kopfschussx]

❤

[@randymatthew9409]

This guy is a true ambassador for the sport.

[@Jistsu77]

How can anybody hate them? The sportsmanship, the commitment to the craft, the respect for opponents(if they deserve their respect, not like McGregor), the loyalty to their team. I mean they're simply just really awesome. This is one of the most deserved titles ever, only Oliveiras title is arguably more deserved than this one.

[@farleymarly2575]

Yep

[@randomperson9187]

@Kiciks, It's nice to see the world seeing a glimpse of people from the North Caucasus and how different they are from most of the world. Straight up humble and super nice people. Until you step on their toes, then you dead lol

[@Jistsu77]

@@randomperson9187 I'm coming out of Croatia(eastern Europe). Similar culture and people over here. Tough, honest and humble people, that have been through Balkan wars, and survived the poverty that war left us in. And that's one of the reasons why I love Dagestani fighters, because they're showing USA how different we are from them. I would say "more real", if you know what I mean.

[@aaj7020]

@@Jistsu77 you should see the negative comments toward him and the Dagestani fighters, I think it's because they're Muslim.

[@farhamandkhan]

He looks like a movie star in real life.

[@szvqorwnpstahskypfwmp9821]

If there were more people like Khabib, in this world, the world would be so much more just, fair, righteous and peaceful!!

[@updod88]

Ikr? Every man would have 5 wifes ! So cool.

[@youssefkhaled9666]

@@updod88 "hey, you know I deserve this" PS. Four is the maximum.

[@updod88]

@@youssefkhaled9666 cool.

[@updod88]

@@youssefkhaled9666 id take four over one still.

[@taurusking_1997]

@@updod88 you sound desperate

[@kwh945]

GOAT, best coach, best brother, what more can you say about this guy

[@Dualities]

another fake account. can we also talk about that home turf advantage? or how abu dabi pays millions to ufc? or weight advantage? or how 50% of comments under ufc mma videos are fake promo accounts

[@nathanforrest7310]

Abu Dhabi*

[@mondochild]

This coach is coaching smart & hard. Not show off muscles, but massive strength with brains fight IQ.

[@LarryM565]

He’s the best

[@fernandovelez4263]

Man if they can do this in Australia it will be bananas! Great time to be a UFC fan. I love Khabibs line hes been saying his whole career "Send Location" 😂

[@teamkaioken6759]

This skill of wrestling from daghastan is truly special. Khabib’s father spent his whole life preparing his students deep in a far off country quite quietly. Khabibs father is like that mystical secret teacher. Humble and knowledgeable. It will be hard for his son too compete with passing down this knowledge with all the extra fame they have acquired. Jet setting interviews businesses etc. When a man dedicates his entire life to teaching it’s truly special. We will probably never see something like this again from daghastan. Fighters are a dime dozen but a knowledgeable dedicated teacher is one in a million. Eventually we will see another far off country emerge from the dark with some spectacular style of fighting and it will be great but right now we need to bask in the glory of the things we have been privileged to witness in the mma world.

[@szvqorwnpstahskypfwmp9821]

It just tells and proves the world does not evolve around arrogant Americans!!

[@Lee-cc9jf]

In a far away tribe grows a boy a master in the art of tko

[@rockroyaltymc]

beautifully put brother.

[@Abdul247]

Khabib's father = Master Yoda

[@lamosos]

"Quite quietly". Khabib had his first UFC fight at 23. That doesn't exactly happen to someone flying under the radar.

[@sabirshaikh-qr5jv]

This guy is so humble, kind, generous and give respect to the opponents and a true ambassador of sports.

[@Dualities]

can we also talk about that home turf advantage? or how abu dabi pays millions to ufc? or weight advantage? or how 50% of comments under ufc mma videos are fake promo accounts

[@zapdosxy1781]

@@Dualities sure if you can give a single proof regarding any of that fallacies . Especially weight advantage, so bullsht. They both fought at similar weight.

[@radbazradbaz4729]

@@Dualities stop repeating this in all videos is have nothing to do with the fight

[@rok2791]

There is lots of better examples of Humble.......this guy is always talking others down and throughout his career always talking about how great he himself is ...."29-0" "undefeated" "these guys not on my level" "P4P number 1" that is kinda the opposite of humble........Humble fighter just show it, not throw it in everyones face

[@mikehansen7610]

He disrespected Oliveira heavily. He is arrogant.

[@ian9toes]

This fight meant a lot for Khabib’s legacy. If Charles had won many people would have used this against Khabib’s goat status. But now this result only adds to his status. No one’s gunna say Charles would have beaten Khabib now. Edit: so many people said Khabib never fought a great wrestler or great submission artist but now we know Dagestani wrestling is the top tier of wrestling for mma.

[@dagimtekeba758]

Plain truth. Well put brah!

[@AD-nq2nz]

There's no doubt now. However, if Islam stays on this trajectory, he's going to overtake Khabib. It's hard to imagine anyone beating Islam at lightweight after seeing his performance against Charles. Islam might just reign until he retires.

[@buzzerbeaterbuzzerbeater9001]

Very true, compliment 👍

[@moh.fauziladhim9732]

If Khabib didn't retire, the only fighter that might have a chance to take his belt in a fight is Islam Makachev. It's clear tonight that Oliviera, the man who named as a champion after Khabib left, didn't stand a chance on Khabib's student. Left alone Khabib himself.

[@ian9toes]

@@moh.fauziladhim9732 Exactly what I was thinking, even Khabib’s student is levels above Charles.

[@brycemorgan3357]

This man is simply an amazing human. So much respect for his views and thoughts.

[@ssbeast101amv8]

"we need location" what an absolute legend 🇷🇺👑

[@AndrewEvenstar]

💯

[@TimothysTrialsandTribulations]

The perfect example of certainty...not arrogance.....and mixed with honor well done

[@EVILAKUMA]

Yes sir exactly..this team is next level elites

[@mikewilliams9069]

lmao what a stewpid comment

[@joesandwhich3909]

I’d say he’s pretty arrogant.

[@EVILAKUMA]

@@joesandwhich3909 how so ?

[@fhjal203]

@@joesandwhich3909 he express his happiness and confidencd not arrogant. Hmm

[@DloHeadBussa]

“Please, give him some respect“ He has all mine Khabib.🤟🏾

[@Saf_R]

When i hear wisdom I can listen to it all day long. Especially coming from a person who didn’t know the language a few years ago. Absolute genius

[@AcidGlow]

Really happy for Islam and his team. Great to see Khabib help his team. 💪

[@vinnyphilly2495]

Can the ufc stop kissing up to those rats in abudabi I'm tired of seeing those rats on my TV

[@usada_7607]

@@vinnyphilly2495 your family is full of dirty rats

[@khamzatbrother1127]

@@vinnyphilly2495 charles tapper chiken🤡🤡🤡🤡🤮🤮🤮😂😂🤭🤭

[@acron6866]

@@vinnyphilly2495 fuk right off with your drama queen conor

[@maxdavis1483]

@@vinnyphilly2495 because u drain drinkers can't fight

[@door-hinge]

Khabib giving a lesson on respect! GOAT

[@vinnyphilly2495]

Can the ufc stop kissing up to those rats in abudabi I'm tired of seeing those rats on my TV

[@ryang9973]

@@vinnyphilly2495 then turn it off

[@erlinghaaland8046]

Racist much?

[@Metia_9898]

He even coach the interviewer :)

[@gerk7238]

Would I be able to maybe beat both of them up at the same time? Cause I’m a strong lady

[@dianeaustin2414]

Khabib seems so authentic and earnest. He never interrupts and gives consideration before he answers.

[@toddcollett.tcfromtennesse6375]

Khabib has went on to be the greatest Ambassador or the Sport , Im a huge Conor fan but man Khabibs humble spirit and then hearing his team talk about how he pays for everything how he helps other young fighters elevate their careers , I am Christian but Khabib is my brother May Peace joy health safety and laughter follow all his days , such a great man , and u can see his happiness watching his team fight and win , it's almost like seeing them win is more meaningful that his own win

[@violetasheila]

Khabib is unbelievably mature and great story teller 🙏🙏✌️

[@fahadhusain1985]

Yea non-Muslim drunkards, tatooers and fornicaters can't be mature like him

[@Dualities]

another fake account. can we also talk about that home turf advantage? or how abu dabi pays millions to ufc? or weight advantage? or how 50% of comments under ufc mma videos are fake promo accounts

[@pandanukih2772]

@@Dualities take the L 🤡

[@user-zy4tb8jd1t]

@@Dualities fake account

[@JBXXR]

@@Dualities cry

[@MegaMilez]

As a McGregor fan, I've grown to really like Khabib as a person. I say this because I didn't know much about Khabib before the fight, but as an MMA fan I've paid attention to everything since and, as a person at least, I really like him. I really admire how he's switched to coaching after he lost his father.. and seems to be amazing at it.

[@FediMayn]

Even without the loss he was already thinking about this

[@Jiggyss]

Would make a great movie of true story.

[@abayomrunkojemusa9086]

Conor should just open a Macgregor burger franchise and give up on u.f.c, he might just beat macdonalds

[@m.r.a7992]

But I gotta give you a bravery award for being Fan of Conor , that takes a strong person to be that guy s fan 😉

[@alexshtyn6336]

Habib's father was also first an athlete then a coach. He talked about an athlete's time cycle part of it was when it's done you step to the sidelines and let the next guy get the shine.

[@bradenmcguire7372]

"let him prepare this" @ 6:20 was terrifying

[@kung-fukennyfamily]

Man I love both guys Charles and Islam, they come from a poor childhood and now so many people are looking up to them big respect💪!

[@N433M81]

“I LOVE THIS GUY - HE WAS FATHER’S FAVOURITE STUDENT” love it ❤

[@brando3098]

Our lord and savior Jesus Christ is not happy with team Khabib. They have denied Christ and Christ will deny them. They still have time to convert.

[@luispablofreire]

@@brando3098 oh shut up kevin

[@AFCHIVA]

@@brando3098 they believe in Jesus and actually follow his teachings unlike u who want him dead for ur sins

[@lalajjbdhjndnnxx]

@@brando3098 we love jesus. What u talking about boy.

[@dodisyamsi1553]

@@brando3098 Islam Love Jesus and follow What Jesus Order to Worship One True God

[@truthseeker96]

*If Sambo was easy it would be called Jiu-Jitsu* The G.O.A.T 🦅👏👏

[@recko800]

Who said that?

[@BidoMaggot]

@@recko800 khabib

[@vinnyphilly2495]

Can the ufc stop kissing up to those rats in abudabi I'm tired of seeing those rats on my TV

[@kinetickame1203]

@@recko800 Khabib in Brazil 2013

[@mostafaelmasry5252]

@@vinnyphilly2495 complete loser🤦‍♂️

[@CREEDO.]

almost just said "maul him" that's their favorite word 😭 0:23

[@vgg631]

How could not you not be a fan of Khabib ? He is one of the best ambassadors of the sport. Happy to see that he will be around to influence the sport, long after his retirement.

[@Dualities]

can we also talk about that home turf advantage? or how abu dabi pays millions to ufc? or weight advantage? or how 50% of comments under ufc mma videos are fake promo accounts

[@davidvilla7171]

@@Dualities still salty 🤡 Only Conor & them bandwagon fans are mad at Khabib & team since Oct 2018 lol

[@madeovstarstuff]

Envy. Jealousy. Hatred. Racism. 99% of people don't like this man fall into one of these 4 categories.

[@vgg631]

@@Dualities Home turf advantage ? He is not from Abu Dhabi 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@ismailmusiccrews240]

@@davidvilla7171 These haters would find anything to diss him even for stupid things coz for sure they can't say anything about the results Khabib and his team are delivering xD

[@syed269]

Khabib father once said that his credibility as a coach can only be cemented when two of his students become ufc champs. Khabib may not say it is but it isone of the reason why he is so involved in Islam career and not just because Islam is his best friend or brathar as he likes to say it. He is there fulfilling his fathers dream.

[@vinnyphilly2495]

Can the ufc stop kissing up to those rats in abudabi I'm tired of seeing those rats on my TV

[@syed269]

@@vinnyphilly2495 Turn off your TV man. Ain't no one forcing you to watch.

[@Karasulu]

ALHAMDULİLLAH

[@Allahuakbarrrr]

Alhamdulillah Alhamdulillah Alhamdulillah Alhamdulillah Alhamdulillah Alhamdulillah Alhamdulillah Alhamdulillah Alhamdulillah Alhamdulillah Alhamdulillah Alhamdulillah Alhamdulillah

[@usada_7607]

@@vinnyphilly2495 get out you ugly peasant 🤌

[@hypemantv431]

I SWEAR TO TELL YOUR OPPONENT WHAT YOURE GONNA DO AND WHAT HE CAN DO TO PREPARE FOR IT IS CRAZY !! THE CONFIDENCE IS UNTOUCHABLE THIS MAN IS A ABSOLUTE LEGEND🙏🏼💯

[@DJeMo]

He is nervous because he loves him, these guys are built different, their mindset first and foremost for starters....and that's hugely down to their elders before them, fairplay to them, humble and ego played in the correct way most times, respect.....these are men...

[@podrag]

Khabib is a true warrior and knows what it is to be a true warrior. Every word has a purpose and is about facts, such a clear difference to Conor McGregor and gobsh!tes like that. Big respect to you Khabib you are the true master of mixed martial arts, not only the undefeated champion yourself, but now passing on the heritage to a new breed. Huge respect to Khabib and long may his fighting legacy live on in his gym and present and future champions such as Islam, who made a very difficult fight look easy.

[@hel_ballouti9315]

This is what makes someone a goat. Its not only about winning, its also the character. And this is something Jon Jones will never be able to.