Khabib Nurmagomedov ’s 28th career win followed a familiar blueprint as he continued his reign as the UFC’s undisputed lightweight champion. Nurmagomedov faced off against then-interim champion Dustin Poirier in the main event of UFC 242 in Abu Dhabi and used his suffocating ground game to neutralize Poirier’s striking offense and secure a third-round submission finish. The Russian showcased his wrestling advantage early as he took Poirier to the mat and threatened to take the American’s back. But Poirier, himself a Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt, recognized the danger and was able to turn himself away from danger
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UFC 254 free fight: Khabib Nurmagomedov submits Dustin Poirier in Abu Dhabi – MMA Junkie