Usman Nurmagomedov chuckles when requested what his cousin Khabib stated to him after his hard-fought win over Paul Hughes this month.
Nurmagomedov retained his PFL light-weight world title towards the Irishman in Dubai, however Khabib, who was in his nook, could possibly be heard screaming on the Russian throughout some contentious moments within the battle.
Nurmagomedov says he’s again within the fitness center regardless of having fun with just one week of relaxation after the battle – on Khabib’s orders.
“At first he was so comfortable and congratulated me,” Usman tells BBC Sport.
“However then he stated ‘You must be beginning coaching. As a result of we do not have time for stopping and chilling. We’re right here to work’.
“I stated ‘OK, brother. Give me one week’. He stated ‘OK, one week’.”
Former UFC light-weight champion Khabib turned to teaching after retiring undefeated in 2020 with 29 wins from 29 fights.
Nurmagomedov’s victory was his second over Hughes after a slim win in January, however the judges’ scorecards didn’t replicate an in depth battle – they scored it 50-45, 49-46 and 48-47.
“My opinion: I received each spherical; I took him down in each spherical. I threw my jab very effectively. And if he solely did a few photographs, I did greater than him,” stated Nurmagomedov.
“For my part there was no 50-45. It was like 48-46 or 48-47.
“Individuals can speak. I do not care what folks take into consideration me or my battle. The individuals who perceive the battle, they know this was excessive degree.”
