Nurmagomedov became the UFC Lightweight Champion in April 2018 after defeating Al Iaquinta. He successfully defended the title three times against elite competition: Oct 6, 2018 Conor McGregor Submission (Neck Crank) Sep 7, 2019 Dustin Poirier Submission (Rear-Naked Choke) Oct 24, 2020 Justin Gaethje Submission (Triangle Choke) Khabib Nurmagomedov - UFC.com

Khabib "The Eagle" Nurmagomedov retired with a perfect professional record, cementing his status as one of the most dominant athletes in the history of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) . The Master of Sambo and Wrestling

The Undefeated Legacy: Khabib Nurmagomedov and the Art of Dominance

Hailing from the Republic of Dagestan, Russia, Nurmagomedov’s fighting style was rooted in sambo, judo, and wrestling. He was famous for a "suffocating" grappling style that made it nearly impossible for opponents to escape once taken to the ground.

: Of his 29 wins, 11 came by way of submission, including his final three title defenses. Championship Reign and Career Highlights