Dana White at the UFC press conference. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC
The possibility of having one of the greatest undefeated talents of the new generation of MMA has attracted attention within the UFC. Asked about a possible signing of Usman Nurmagomedov , Dana White showed interest in the Russian during the press conference after the event in Belgrade, held last Saturday (1st).
Khabib Nurmagomedov 's cousin , Usman, ended his contract with the PFL in style . The fighter defeated Archie Colgan by knockout in the first round last Friday (30), in the main fight of the event held in New York, and maintained his undefeated record.
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'Absolutely,' said the UFC president, smiling, at the press conference after the event in Belgrade on Saturday.
If the negotiation progresses, Usman Nurmagomedov could strengthen one of the UFC's most competitive divisions and follow in the footsteps of Islam Makhachev and Khabib himself. The potential move would also increase fan anticipation for big fights in the lightweight division (up to 70,3kg).
With this result, Usman reached 22 wins in his professional record, in addition to one no contest. Considered one of the greatest talents of the new generation of MMA, the lightweight (up to 70,3 kg) remains undefeated and has accumulated important achievements, including the division title in the PFL.
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Usman Nurmagomedov celebrates victory in the PFL. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/PFL
At 28 years old, Usman is considered one of the top names outside of the UFC. Undefeated in his professional career, the fighter has 22 wins, nine by knockout and seven by submission. The Russian recently had a rivalry with Irishman Paul Hughes , defeating him on two occasions.
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