Khabib Nurmagomedov and Dustin Poirier engaged in an interesting conversation during their lightweight title fight.
At UFC 242, on September 7, 2019, at The Arena in Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, UAE, two legendary fighters went toe-to-toe.
Within the opening round, ‘The Eagle’ showcased his incredible grappling skills, dominating his opponent on the ground.
Then, after the bell rang, he began talking to his rival.
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Khabib Nurmagomedov asked Dustin Poirier how he was feeling after the primary round
In his profession, Khabib Nurmagomedov has humbled Belal Muhammad in training, and destroyed Conor McGregor contained in the cage. But his performance against Dustin Poirier continues to be one in every of his biggest achievements.
After having such a incredible begin to the fight, the warrior decided to start out playing mind games along with his opponent.”
In an interview with ESPN, the Dagestani revealed: “Once I was within the cage with Dustin, after the primary round, I tell him, ‘How do you are feeling’?”
Nurmagomedov then revealed what a cool and composed Poirier replied with: “He said, ‘Nothing, you win first round’.”
While he was undoubtedly behind on the cards, the American rallied back, landing an incredible punch that hurt his opponent, followed by a guillotine attempt that just about closed the show.
But in the long run, the champion battled through, securing a submission of his own to retain the belt.
Nevertheless, while the legend loved talking to his own opponents contained in the cage, he finds it stressful chatting with Islam Makhachev when he’s in the warmth of battle.
“Once I was outside [of the cage] with Islam, for 25 minutes I used to be talking. I cannot do nothing. I don’t like this, to be honest.”
Khabib Nurmagomedov recalls brutal street brawl, where he needed to tackle two brothers to avenge his cousin
It comes as no major surprise that Khabib Nurmagomedov struggles watching Makhachev fight contained in the cage.
In any case, it is a man who’s willing to do anything for those he cares about.
On one occasion, he agreed to revive his cousin’s honor after his relative was beaten up.
A furious Nurmagomedov ended up having a street brawl with two different people.
