Khabib Abdulmanapovich Nurmagomedov is a famous Russian former professional mixed martial artist who competed in the Lightweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC).
He is considered by many to be one of the greatest boxers in the history of the sport.
Nurmagomedov held the prestigious UFC lightweight championship for an impressive three years, the longest title reign in the promotion’s history.
He won the title in April 2018 and successfully defended it several times before retiring in March 2021.
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- Full name: Khabib Abdulmanapovich Nurmagomedov
- Stage name: Khabib Nurmagomedov
- Date of birth: September 20, 1988
- Age: 36 years old
- Place of birth: Sil’di, Russia
- Nationality: Russian
- Occupation: Former Russian mixed martial artist
- Height: 1.78 m
- Parents: Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov
- Siblings: Magomed Nurmagomedov and Amina Nurmagomedov
- Spouse: Patimat Nurmagomedov (m.2013)
- Children: Fatima Nurmagomedov, Magomed Nurmagomedov and Husayn Nurmagomedov.
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: 40 million USD
Early life and education
Khabib Abdulmanapovich Nurmagomedov was born on September 20, 1988 in Sildi, Dagestan ASSR, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union. His father is Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov, a famous combat sports trainer who played a key role in Khabib’s success. His mother’s name is unknown.
Khabib has an older brother, Magomed Nurmagomedov and a younger sister, Amina Nurmagomedov. His educational background mainly focuses on martial arts and sports. He grew up in a family with a strong tradition of combat sports, especially wrestling and sambo.
Khabib studied at the Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation and is a third-year student at Plekhanov Russian University of Economics as of 2019.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is an ethnic Avar, a North Caucasian ethnic group residing mainly in the Republic of Dagestan, Russia. He practiced Islam as his religion.
Career
Khabib Nurmagomedov made his professional MMA debut in September 2008 and quickly racked up four wins in less than a month. On October 11, he became the inaugural Atrium Cup tournament champion after defeating three opponents at the event in Moscow.
Over the next three years, Nurmagomedov went undefeated, submitting 11 of 12 opponents, including a first-round finish of future Bellator title challenger Shahbulat Shamhalaev in his M-1 Global debut.
Nurmagomedov’s impressive grappling skills and relentless pressure make him a nightmare for his opponents. He went on a remarkable undefeated streak in the UFC, winning against top-ranked opponents.
In 2018, he defeated Conor McGregor to win the UFC lightweight championship. Nurmagomedov defended his title multiple times, cementing his status as the tournament’s dominant champion.
In 2020, Nurmagomedov announced his retirement from MMA due to personal reasons. After retiring, he became a full-time trainer and cornerman before retiring from the sport in January 2023.
His 29-0 professional record is a testament to his skill and dominance in the sport. Nurmagomedov is known for his exceptional grappling and ability to control fights on the ground. His popularity has extended beyond the world of MMA, making him a cultural icon in Russia and beyond.
Social Media
- Instagram handle: @khabib_nurmagomedov
- Facebook manager: Khabib Nurmagomedov
- Twitter name: @TeamKhabib
Personal life
Khabib Nurmagomedov is a famous Russian professional mixed martial artist. He has been married to Patimat Nurmagomedov since June 2013. The couple has been together for more than eight years and has three children: Fatima Nurmagomedov, Magomed Nurmagomedov and Husayn Nurmagomedov.
Net worth
Khabib Nurmagomedov, a famous Russian mixed martial artist, is estimated to have a net worth of about $40 million. This impressive number is mainly due to his successful and illustrious career in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) as well as his various business ventures.
Nurmagomedov’s earnings from fights, which can be substantial for top-level fighters, have contributed significantly to his wealth. Success in the octagon also brought him lucrative sponsorship contracts with famous brands, helping to increase his income.
