Khabib Nurmagomedov is one of the most recognized athletes in the world. He hasn’t forgotten his roots or those closest to him. A recent revelation from friend and fighter Belal Muhammad showed Khabib’s unshakable loyalty and generosity.
Belal Muhammad revealed that he got a call from the man himself to train with Nurmagomedov’s cousin. Soon, Muhammad obliged and joined Khabib’s camp. Muhammad revealed that the living legend treated him like family and bought him a parting gift when the camp ended.
So I go down there. Khabib [Nurmagomedov] got me my own hotel room. He dropped me off and he was like ‘just wait right here.’ And he went and got me groceries, kitchen full of groceries… And even at the end of the thing, he bought me like $600 shoes from like Hermes.
Belal Muhammad via Money Loyalty Legacy podcast
Belal Muhammad was absolutely touched by Khabib Nurmagomedov’s overwhelming hospitality and kindness. More impressively, Khabib never wanted anything back for his generous acts. The touching story shows how much Khabib values personal connections and loyalty. Even though he has made millions and become known worldwide, he stays committed to those close to him.
Belal Muhammad tells the story of how Khabib Nurmagomedov paid for his groceries and bought him a $600 pair of designer shoes for helping them out during training camp 💪
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“The Eagle” retired from MMA when his father passed away, and his mother asked him to stop fighting. The retirement came after he fought against Justin Gaethje. Despite not fighting anymore, he has shifted to helping others like Islam Makhachev accomplish success in the UFC. Muhammad has a title fight coming up, and he began training with Nurmogomedov’s team again. He is set to face Leon Edwards for the title at UFC 304.
Belal Muhammad recounts training for Sean Brady fight with Khabib Nurmagomedov’s team
Belal Muhammad shared his thoughts on the process that goes on during Khabib Nurmagomedov’s fabled training camps. He said this when preparing for his UFC 280 clash against Sean Brady. Muhammad got a deep sense of what it was really like to train like the Dagestani hero.
According to Muhammad, the task is daunting when training with Khabib’s team of invincibles. He told of how even warm-up sessions before getting into the “real stuff” felt like going against some of the most competitive guys he had ever met.
Being in a room where every single one of those guys is a monster. And they all had the same style as Sean Brady… Literally, I think every single one of them was better than him… When I got down there with those guys I was uncomfortable every single time. And… I am cool with Khabib and everything, but like there’s not a ‘Hey, let’s have a floor roll’ or anything with those guys. Everything is hard.
Belal Muhammad via WEIGHING IN podcast
The unforgiving sessions purposely left him feeling “uncomfortable” while replicating the smothering grappling pressures he’d face against Brady. Muhammad emerged from the grueling camp, sporting vastly improved confidence and preparation. He showcased these assets by stopping Brady’s 15-fight win streak.
