

Khabib Nurmagomedov made an interesting reference to his past when talking about what Arman Tsarukyan should do now.
Khabib Nurmagomedov stood in Islam Makhachev’s corner during his fight with Renato Moicano at UFC 311. Earlier, the former UFC champion also prodded Umar during his fight with Merab Dvalishvili. Khabib was therefore extremely busy during the Los Angeles gala.
Journalists asked the Dagestanian to address Arman Tsarukyan ‘s decision to withdraw from his fight with Makhachev during the weigh-in, which led to a number of changes in the schedule. Khabib Nurmagomedov referred to the past and what happened to him in 2017.
Khabib Nurmagomedov pointed out to Ahalkalakets the right solution. The former UFC champion clearly suggested that Tsarukyan should take a fight with another strong opponent and with a victory earn another chance to fight Islam Makhachev.
– I found out about it at 1 a.m. before I went to bed. Honestly – it can happen to anyone. If you remember, in March 2017 it happened to me. I went to the hospital, underwent surgery, came back and told the UFC that it was my mistake and that they should give me another toughest opponent. I will beat him and deserve to fight for the belt again.
Despite the confusion that Tsarukyan’s decision has caused, Khabib lent the young fighter all the best and a return to health.
– It was the same with me, so I want to wish Tsarukyan all the best. You know, he’s young, he’s a tough guy. He can come back. He has to survive this situation and get back to the top.