Khabib Nurmagomedov Urges Usman To Prove Himself Against Paul Hughes Ahead Of Their Bellator Fight

Khabib Urges Usman To Prove Himself Against Paul Hughe

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A Bad Night for Team Khabib

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Khabib Rallies His Younger Cousin

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The Bellator Showdown

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Russia vs. Ireland 2

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The Feud Begin

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McGregor’s Role in Question

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Stakes Are High

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– Event: PFL’s Road to Dubai – Date: Saturday, January 25 – Location: Dubai – Main Event: Usman Nurmagomedov vs. Paul Hughes

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A Fight to Remember

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Khabib Urges Usman To Prove Himself Against Paul Hughe

Russian fighter Usman Nurmagomedov and Ireland's Paul Hughes square off again in the Bellator title bout.

A Bad Night for Team Khabib

Khabib Rallies His Younger Cousin

In an effort to motivate Usman before his Bellator championship defense, Khabib took to Instagram with the goal of surpassing UFC 311 setback.

The Bellator Showdown

On January 25 at the PFL's Road to Dubai event, Usman Nurmagomedov will defend his lightweight title against Paul Hughes of Ireland.

Russia vs. Ireland 2

This bout is more intriguing and intense because it is reminiscent of the intense rivalry between Khabib and Conor McGregor.

The Feud Begin

McGregor’s Role in Question

Despite agreeing to support Hughes, McGregor's continued legal issues have raised questions about his participation in the event.

Stakes Are High

Usman's championship defense against Hughes is extremely important for combatants and their countries, as it involves the heritage of Team Khabib.

– Event: PFL’s Road to Dubai – Date: Saturday, January 25 – Location: Dubai – Main Event: Usman Nurmagomedov vs. Paul Hughes

A Fight to Remember

Will Paul Hughes pull off an upset for Ireland, or will Usman solidify his family's legacy? On January 25, tune in to see the champions square off!