The intrigue over Khabib Nurmagomedov ’s fighting future continues, but the man himself has already spoken about who might eventually take over his mantle as UFC lightweight champion. Nurmagomedov (29-0 MMA, 13-0 UFC) announced his retirement in the octagon following his UFC 254 win over Justin Gaethje and, while the undefeated Russian has given little indication that he’s open to a return to the cage, UFC president Dana White has remained confident that he can persuade “The Eagle” back to the UFC. Notably, the UFC has not yet declared the lightweight title to be vacant
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Khabib Nurmagomedov tips winner of McGregor-Poirier rematch as potential successor – MMA Junkie