MELBOURNE, Australia – It appears the UFC will attempt a fifth booking of the matchup between lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov and Tony Ferguson . With much speculation about what will be next for Nurmagomedov (27-0 MMA, 11-0 UFC), who is currently serving a nine-month suspension from the Nevada State Athletic Commission for his role in the infamous post-fight melee after he beat Conor McGregor (21-4 MMA, 9-2 UFC) at UFC 229 in October, UFC President Dana White has provided a touch of clarity. Although Nurmagomedov is eligible to return to return as soon as April, he’s apparently unwilling to produce the anti-bullying PSA required by the NSAC to reduce his suspension. Moreover, “The Eagle” has indicated he won’t compete until the one-year suspensions issued to his teammate for their roles in the brawl are complete in October. Related Twitter Mailbag: Did punishments for Conor McGregor and Khabib Nurmagomedov fit the crimes?
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