'I have a long way to get to Khabib's level' - Usman Nurmagomedov brings the belt back to Dagestan

Usman Nurmagomedov talks to Red Corner at the Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov MMA school
00:00 A hero's welcome for Usman
01:34 First day with the Bellator belt in Dagestan
01:55 Becoming a champion at 24
02:14 'He was just looking for a lucky punch'
02:31 Celebrating before the fight was over
03:02 Fighting potentially Patricio
03:34 Next title defense
04:03 Is Usman impressed by other lightweights?
04:22 Fighting in the same division as Gadzhi Rabadanov & Islam Mamedov
05:01 'I have a long way to get to Khabib's level'
05:20 Secret behind Team Khabib's success
#UsmanNurmagomedov #Bellator228 #TeamKhabib

[@Immiiii]

Reporter: "what is the reason behind your team success? " Usman: "The Almighty gives, the Almighty takes...we just put in the hard work".

[@uzairhannure4886]

literally perfect answer

[@albania2664]

Put in The hard work so The almighty has a Reason to give to you 💯💯💯

[@violetrose6014]

Anything you have is not eternity , it's amanah from Allah

[@Frkc956]

I like the response

[@nuarootham1261]

Well said. If the Almighty always in your mind and follows all His commands, you will be rewarded handsomely since He is ever generous and supreme provider.

[@michaelorsini9695]

I like all these Muslim fighters. They're all very hard working athletes and they're all very respectful young men. And they all have a very strong faith in God.

[@lexlugar5628]

Bro as a Muslim when I see a Christian brother it puts a smile on my face. Though we don't share the same religion (alhumdulillah I'm a Muslim) but in this crazy (blatantly end of times, but God knows best) evil sickening godless era we are witnessing in humanity, it makes me happy that people out there still believe in God cos regardless if a Christian Jew Muslim if your not a bad person the 3 main religions on earth give a man/woman good moral conducts and etiquettes about them. Be kind to one another and help the needy. Brother stay bless and I invite you to Islam.

[@michaelorsini9695]

@@lexlugar5628 Muslims are way more dedicated to their faith in terms of practice than most Christians and I say that as a Christian. There's so much going on in Western culture that is pure evil...it's disgusting. We both believe in God, Heaven and Hell and we agree for the most part on the good moral conduct needed to get to Heaven. Western culture is hyper sexualized, over drugged and greedy for material wealth...all idols that have replaced God. And then people in the West wonder why we're so unhappy with high divorce rates, high suicide rates, etc...The West has replaced God with self worship.

[@lexlugar5628]

@@khabibtime8830 insha'Allah may Allah give a high place to this beautiful brother Malcolm X. He was a true diamond in the dirt story. RahhemuAllah

[@historian3290]

@@abdullahmagomedaliev Not just the ones you mentioned, the Ingush, Tatars, Bashkins, Uzbeks, Azerbaijanis etc, etc and yes we are mainly Muslim first! Before ethnicities

[@Asiyah2000]

@@historian3290 exactly islam gave them the honour and dignity they have Alhamdulilaah 🤲

[@prestonbroadus3978]

that's probably the most humble champ i've ever seen. I hope he does reach khabib's level

[@mathinath]

These guys are too humble, Almighty loves them so much!!!

[@m.r.a7992]

The freaking respect they have for their fellow brothers, they would even retire or vacate the belt but to fight their own fellow brothers. When UfC wanted to fire all the fighters that whooped conor s ass , khabib was like I'm also going if you are gonna do that.

[@Shonen1]

He's so wise at such a young age

[@danbroke219]

You can always count on Red Corner MMA to bring you latest when it comes to team Khabib. Keep up the great work 🔥🙏🏼

[@RedCorner_MMA]

Always!

[@psychopathichomosapien]

with nice translation too

[@boy555ize]

Subscribed!

[@koalawithchaingun53]

Journalists: he’s better than Khabib!?!? 😱😱😱 Usman: I have a long way to go before I’m on his level

[@amalsyukri5707]

A humble young champion 🔥

[@zobyali4078]

Just looking at these fighters in the gym make me stronger lol

[@kalocaploc124]

This guy might become the best MMA fighter to ever wear the gloves. He is so young, has such incredible mentality, fighting skills and dedication, amazing team behind him.

[@Abman31]

Good answer 👍. The Almighty gives . The Almighty takes . ☝

[@sangbamboo]

the recipe of the success? his answer nailed it!!

[@missmong12]

A long way indeed but definitely not a long time. Give it 2 or 3 years he'll be unstoppable. Imagine him in his early 30's, the man's only 24

[@HyakuJuu01300]

Yep, he still has a good 10 years in front of him. And he hasn't even hit his prime yet. May Allah protect and preserve him and all his teammates.

[@RandomShowerThoughts]

Congrats brother, alhamdulillah

[@subratamandal156]

Usman = khabib 3.0🔥(upcoming obviously)

[@ImranKhan-gs2hy]

Not yet. Still in beta version.

[@sarak4217]

Good Answers by Usman ❤️

[@gilabola4642]

Look at those guys, some of them would probably be future UFC, Bellator, PFL, One etc champs

[@brnamar645]

They already had one in PFL...the current champ FW movlid khaybulaev...watch his fights, he is a killer and a very well rounded fighter...

[@benylilo7368]

And saygid izagamaev future camp one promotion

[@gilabola4642]

@@brnamar645 yeah i know movlid, but didnt see him in that clip

[@gilabola4642]

@@benylilo7368 yeah i know him too. Hopefully get titleshot soon

[@alcottdevalte7440]

I hope Usman has a long title reign, good man.

[@jadenegovender4009]

I want and wish that all the dagestani boys come through as champions.. They the real humble warriors... Deserve the rewards

[@AkMS0505]

Masha'llah! Champion but humble as before...Mabrouk Usman & thank you for giving new generation someone to look on as a good example. Congrats to team JK too.

[@businesscrm9478]

The Almighty gives & The Almighty Takes. You have to work to give him reasons (for you to succeed). 5:30

[@uk1914]

Loved this video. By the way, any Magomed Ankalaev videos incoming? I hope so :)

[@abdihashi2310]

Insha-Allah

[@aaj7020]

after he grabs the belt in ufc 282 In Shaa Allah

[@bobbyhood33287]

I don't there is enough belts between Bellator and the UFC for these guys. Its over for us if these guys all landed on our shores, if they have not already. Great roll models though, Masha Allah.

[@milchsauger]

They can compete in One Pride Indonesia though, but then these guys will collect all kind of belts from fly weight to heavy weight 😂

[@myfavbookbrontejaneeyre3752]

Nice interview! Glad someone finally asked him why he celebrated before the fight ended. Be careful Usman don’t get arrogant. I think Khabib probably talked to him about that.

[@MehwiAsif]

I didn't know about this.I didn't see the whole fight on KZbin because it's unavailable. If he did this this is not right.Maybe he was overjoyed or something else then arrogance.

[@amanvellamang1342]

you try to get me from behind now huh?? BEAST!!

[@Zullkrokus]

Thats a difference aura between UFC and Bellator. Islams was greeted hugely at the airport. People congratulate Usman just like a normal day greet.

[@BishopDeeds]

Great job champion

[@arthurcurry2003]

I knew it was just a matter of time he’d become a Bellator champ. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@orensbening9826]

Love you brader, from Indonesia 🇮🇩

[@-wypac5620]

Congratulations to #Usman👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@alighazali9]

Usman The Best Fighter

[@MigCruz3]

“Look at this brother this is what your working for with the belt around his shoulder

[@hypernanox9002]

He still damn young 24. Congratulations champ..

[@SajidKhan-go4cy]

They are not here to take part, they are here to take over, IA.

[@blacksky9397]

The real islamic fighters with islamic rules... khabib team!!! Never forget Allah, be humble and be respectful...Allah remembers and protects them always

[@MehwiAsif]

Russian reporters really ask very good questions.

[@truthbetold89]

Dagestan people are the morden day Spartans

[@user-dc9yv4rf1f]

Usman is only 24 and he in the top

[@KingDaniel7]

This is look like the home of gladiators

[@ianh7710]

The executive's at Calvin Klein should sponsor Usman as their European spokesman he could be the face of CK.

[@missmong12]

You mean for underwear? 😂

[@jaishmohammed2415]

Come to ufc at 27 as champ. Getting immediate title shot like chandler got.

[@smpypl6950]

it is inappropriate to compare the greatness between brothers

[@babahadjimohamed9339]

The lack of experience is visible on him through the way he answers questions, while the organization gave him the opportunity to win the title at that age and is trying to make him its future star. He states that he is considering leaving the company to give his teammates an opportunity.

[@Luffman123]

yeah, thats part a bit salty too in my ears...

[@josephtrotman187]

He also said planning these things ahead of time isn't good either. If he goes to another promotion while being on top, it's for his teammates' sake... I'd say he's a wise young man speaking his truths and speaking the reality of the situation.

[@babahadjimohamed9339]

@@josephtrotman187 Before leaving, he must defend the title 3-4 times, and he must raise and develop his level. Then the idea of ​​​​leaving becomes logical, and the idea of ​​giving his teammates an opportunity will have meaning. He must prepare himself for the journalists' questions and answer them in a smarter way in order to avoid getting into trouble.

[@zenzupah739]

I think that was the team plan for Usman. After Islam leave, he will come to UFC.

[@missmong12]

I was going to agree but the reporter phrased the question like that. Obviously he thinks about it, having 2 of his mates in top 10. But I think when he said it's not good to think like that early, that was very wise of him. It's a terrible situation to be in, I hope he does defend the title 4 times at least.

[@andreaambrus525]

🦅🥊🥊🙏🔥⛩️

[@JP-gg8nv]

Mad respect for Dagestan smeshers, but what is kinda funny. They have many, many top tier fighters of their weight-class, but... they are all the same size. So they have to fight on different organizations to not go against each-other :D They do not have anyone top-tier on low weight class, nor anyone close to HW. Its like someone made a badass Dagestani fighter, then just cloned him multiple times.

[@elyt777]

Not exactly. 125 they got 3 ranked fighters already, Askarov (who has been top 5 for some time, but smh outta rankings temporarily), Mokaev, and Tagir. 135 there are strong contenders Umar and Said in UFC, Magomedov in Bellator, and Rinat, who is a very promising fighter, champ in EagleFC. 145 there was Zabit, sadly he's retired, he could've become a champ for sure. There is Evloev, an Ingush, Caucasus neighbor of Dagestan 155 that's the prime division obviously, Khabib, Islam, Usman, Mamedov, Saygid (contender at ONE), etc. 170 Salikhov, Abubakar. Khamzat is a Chechen, Dagestani neighbor, a lot of Chechens live in Dagestan, Zubaira from Khabib team is a Chechen. 185 there are Imavov, Abus, and Ikram etc 205 hoperfully next champ, Ankalaev. This is not even half of the full list. Incredible, considering that Dagestan, Chechnya etc are very small places. Dagestan is just 3 mln in population

[@historian3290]

Magomed Ankalaev !!!

[@HyakuJuu01300]

@@elyt777 wow

[@ayoNan2311]

You can tell who really fuxks with him or just there by the handshakes 😅

[@nuarootham1261]

They were all tired from hard training you can tell. Can’t blame them.

[@ALKISAHINSPIRATIF]

They are sweating cant hug with sweat

[@missmong12]

Come on you're reading in too much

[@historian3290]

This ain’t the US with fakery. There is genuine brotherly love.

[@lakebennett1274]

Far Meaning 4-6 Years

[@KusunokiSG47]

Just please don't celebrate before the fight is over... Litlle bit cocky! haha

[@m.r.a7992]

Wtf kiddo , the dude dominated from the very second to last minutes lol , even that dude wouldn't have the energy and power to knock him out in 3 seconds from behind .

[@nuarootham1261]

He’s just 24.

[@Asiyah2000]

@@m.r.a7992 exactly 💯

[@RandomShowerThoughts]

2:50 lmao

[@violetrose6014]

Khabib always told him not to get too exited whenever he wins , I think usman forgot that advice , khabib never advice that to Umar cuz he knows Umar is very discipline. Watch usman fight when he fought in abu-Dhabi , when he won he got too exited and khabib told him to calm down

[@Animeplanet.1]

Why there is so many mini khabib in this gym😆 can't tell which one is real

[@jacobgoldenberg3169]

I find those guys from Dagestan very polite and humble like khabib, Islam, Usman… ! But khamzat is a such a rude and impolite and truly bad human being. Yes khamzat is not from Dagestan, but it doesn’t matter where he is from ! Too much steroids ruin the mind of some fighters specially Winstrol, Anavar, sarms they make people out of their minds! The USADA and the WADA have to run the drug test (anti doping test) properly, the way they are doing it, also in Sweden, they help unintentionally everything to go away with it.

[@ImranKhan-gs2hy]

Where’s Islam? I wish he was there, he would be the only one teasing Usman instead of congratulating him. 😁

[@lexlugar5628]

Ain't saying love no more to my people the new thing is gonna be "from the soul"

[@lexlugar5628]

@@umarmaruf Jazakallah Khair. In the mountains of Kashmir (Pakistan 🇵🇰 side) we say Dil le suu Meaning: from the heart Salaam Habibi May we try to revive the UMMAH as one and dismantle nationalism. I have to say you dagastani/Chechen brothers have definitely inspired me to get back to Allah. May Allah bless you brothers. Ameen.

[@lexlugar5628]

@@umarmaruf ameen

[@somdutroy]

The guy knows that beating the mediocre Pitbull brother means nothing. Patricky was just gifted the belt by his more talented younger brother, when he did not even deserve a title shot in the first place. The real challenge begins now that he has beaten the counterfeit Pitbull. Hopefully the real Pitbull brother comes up and fights him in the LW Grand Prix.

[@adamburling9551]

That one will get it as well

[@somdutroy]

@@adamburling9551 Probably. Size is a big, big factor as well. I just stopped taking Bellator seriously when Mediocre Pitbull got handed a title shot while being on a 2-fight L streak. And that hypocrite had the audacity to say Usman did not deserve it.

[@srv4199]

@@somdutroy he is old now. He never fight with usman. Usman just 24 but his skill is out of the world. May be usman is waiting for makachev departure like khabib did for islam.

[@somdutroy]

@@srv4199 Beta Pitbull was never too good to begin with. If Usman stays at Bellator, we could fight Tofiq and then all the is left is to fight the Alpha Pitbull before he goes to the UFC. Other than that he could go to the PFL and win easy money. OAM never could be ranked in the UFC and won a million dollar. PFL is just printing money for middle of the pack fighters.

[@semastifodan150]

When you're coach and brothers Khabib Nurmagomedov and your sparing partner are UFC LW champion Islam Makachev then fight against Pitbull brother just like normal days training!

[@amirridlo9878]

He saya he far from khabib level, no doubt about that, but i think usman in 24 old better than khabib in 24

[@IgorGutman]

They are keeping Usman away from UFC due to Islam Makhachev. because they would inevitably have to fight each other like Serena vs Venus WIlliams

[@Seazofcheese420]

Who? 😂

[@user-cc5tx8dz2u]

Next stop is kadyrov, then Putin. Great Muslims right here

[@virtualbeast3936]

Well he is from russia meeting his president shouldn't be something shocking. Chechnya and russia have close ties so kadyrov makes sense as well .

[@micahttt]

Better than Conor who said he'd knocked Jesus out if they fought in a match. Great Christian right there.

[@lexlugar5628]

@@micahttt exactly

[@ImranKhan-gs2hy]

Hey, if they invite you, you have to go. Otherwise say your final goodbyes to your family members, cause either you or them will go missing.

[@historian3290]

Nothing wrong with meeting the President. Stop getting brainwashed by your western media sheep. They have a problem with everything to do with Islam. Because they fear it.

[@zahranx8388]

It should say something about the religion when so many Muslim champs have the common denominator of true faith.🤷

[@Asiyah2000]

For real 💯 Alhamdulilaah for the blessings of islam 🤲🤍

[@mmahighlights5867]

at first i thought not many are there then they start flooding in haha

[@albueno7937]

Hey Connor McChicken bring your Irish mob here