See Conor McGregor’s 3 wins over Khabib Nurmagomedov.
Conor McGregor vs. Khabib Nurmagomedov: Two names have emerged as some of the biggest names in the UFC. One was admired for his dominance and invincibility, while the other became a superstar through a combination of skill, fame, and wealth. These two fighters engaged in a highly anticipated rivalry that culminated in a fierce MMA showdown featuring mutual animosity. Dagestani fighter Khabib Nurmagomedov won the fight, cementing his undefeated status.
However, even overshadowed by Nurmagomedov’s accomplishments, there are three Conor McGregor records that stand out. Let’s take a closer look at these records to find out what sets McGregor apart.
The Three of Conor McGregor Incredible Records That Outshine Khabib Nurmagomedov
McGregor’s versatility in the UFC is remarkable. Not only did he compete in three different weight classes, he recorded knockouts in each of them. In his early days in the UFC, he dominated the featherweight division, defeating nearly every opponent by knockout. He also had a successful lightweight debut against Eddie Alvarez, with “The Notorious” earning a TKO victory to capture the 155-pound title.
McGregor also displayed knockout ability at welterweight, stopping Donald Cerrone in the first round at UFC 246.
His ability to achieve knockouts in all weight classes is a testament to his striking power and versatility as a fighter.
Recently, “The Notorious” reached an important milestone by earning his black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu after pursuing that goal for 10 years. His trainer John awarded him this prestigious belt. This is a remarkable feat for McGregor, who is already a superstar in the MMA world with many accomplishments under his belt.
Meanwhile, Nurmagomedov, known as “The Eagle,” holds a black belt in judo but remains a white belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, four levels below black belt.
Still, Nurmagomedov is very skilled on the ground and excels at submissions and top control thanks to his judo and sambo training. However, it is worth noting that unlike McGregor, he does not have a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
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In a surprising turn of events, the Irishman made history by knocking out Eddie Alvarez in 2016, earning him the coveted position of being the first dual champion in UFC history. McGregor was already the world featherweight champion at this point, but he made the bold move to move up to 155-pound lightweight and take the belt from Alvarez.
Dagestani, on the other hand, remained exclusively in the 155-pound (lightweight) class throughout his MMA career. Despite fan curiosity to see him fight at welterweight, “Eagle” never embraced the idea. He retired from the sport with an unblemished record of 29-0, but like McGregor he never worked his way to becoming his two-time UFC champion.
