UFC legend points out crucial flaw in Khabib Nurmagomedov's pupils' preparation.

Demetrious Johnson believes that overtraining is the main factor behind the losses of fighters from the Dagestan clan in the UFC.

Makhachev, Khabib, Umar and Usman backstage at the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

In the view of Demetrious Johnson, the pupils of Khabib Nurmagomedov They are not unbeatable due to one specific detail. After retiring from MMA, the former lightweight champion (up to 70,3kg) He took over as head coach. from the Dagestan clan, leading names such as Islam makhachev e Umar NurmagomedovDespite the highly impressive results leading the team, the former flyweight champion (up to 56,7kg) believes that a single mistake in preparation can make the Dagestanis 'deadly' within the UFC.

During an appearance on the Jaxxon Podcast, Demetrious Johnson pointed Umar Nurmagomedov as the favorite for the duel against Deiveson Figueiredo No. UFC 324, scheduled for next Saturday (24). However, in praising the Russian, the former champion also highlighted the factor which, in his opinion, explains the defeats suffered by the Dagestan team.

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"The only reason these guys lose is because they get out of breath due to overtraining," he said. Demetrious Johnson.

Umar Nurmagomedov may have another shot at the UFC belt.

Umar celebrates his UFC victory. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/UFC

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After losing to Merab Dvalishvili in his first title fight in the organization, Umar Nurmagomedov He claimed that an arm injury prevented him from performing at his best against the Georgian. Upon his return to the octagon, the Russian dominated. mario bautista and won by unanimous decision in UFC 321.

Now, Khabib's cousin is facing off against Deiveson Figueiredo And, in case of victory, he could earn a new opportunity to compete for the belt, currently held by the Brazilian himself.

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