Khabib Nurmagomedov shares iconic photo of Michael Jordan, after making bizarre ‘3 sheep’ offer

Khabib Nurmagomedov, the former UFC lightweight champion, is unquestionably one of the best MMA fighters of all time. His undefeated record in the sport surely puts him on the list of MMA GOATs. However, the Dagestan fighter also enjoys other sports besides MMA and basketball is one of them.

Although he doesn’t fight or train, “The Eagle” enjoys playing soccer and basketball. He is a huge fan of the English football team Manchester United and is a friend United striker Cristiano Ronaldo.

When it comes to basketball, MMA GOAT Nurmagomedov surely adores sports GOAT Michael Jordan. “The Eagle” is such a big fan of Jordan that he even kept a weird condition to meet him.

While appearing on the Full Send podcast in February, the Russian fighter made an unusual offer to American comedian Bob Menery to meet former basketball player Jordan.

“Three sheep. If you meet me and Michael Jordan, I’ll give you three sheep,” Khabib said in the video. However, his love for the basketball legend is endless, as shown by his recent Twitter post.

Recently, the former UFC champion posted an iconic photo of an emotional Jordan from 1991 with the Larry O’Brien NBA championship trophy in his hand. In the caption, Nurmagomedov posted an ok emoji with a basketball.

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Similar to his favorite basketball legend Jordan, Nurmagomedov also retired from the sport with a glorious record. However, he did not quit the sport entirely. “The Eagle” is still training his teammates and friends for their respective MMA careers.

Khabib Nurmagomedov demands next title fight for Islam Makhachev

“The Eagle” trains UFC lightweight fighter Islam Makhachev. And the latter is doing absolutely well in the division. He is currently ten fights unbeaten. streak. However, he has yet to fight for the title.

Charles Oliveira recently lost his lightweight title after failing to make weight ahead of UFC 274. However, he defeated challenger Justin Gaethje in the main event. Therefore, he will fight for the vacant title next and Nurmagomedov has suggested an opponent for him.

“Is there really a more interesting duel in the UFC right now than Islam vs. Charles? Just bring these fighters to Abu Dhabi on October 22. Let the undisputed champion be determined,” Nurmagomedov wrote on Twitter. (Translated by Google)

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Makhachev and Oliveira are currently among the best grapplers in the division. Therefore, this could be a good match-up. However, the UFC has yet to take the final call.

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