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Return bout scheduled
Nurmagomedov (shoulder) is scheduled to compete against Bekzat Almakhan in a bantamweight fight at UFC Vegas 87 on March 2, per Marcel Dorff of Eurosport.nl.
ANALYSIS
For his next fight, Nurmagomedov is scheduled to compete against a UFC debutant. This is a relatively steep downgrade for the undefeated bantamweight, as he was previously expected to fight top-five contender Cory Sandhagen before undergoing shoulder surgery. The opponent is possibly not a downgrade in opponent quality either, considering Almakhan is 17-1 with 15 finishes, 13 of them KO/TKOs. Still, having previously proven himself worthy of fighting a top-five bantamweight contender, Nurmagedov still has high upside to dispatch his next opponent and re-establish himself as a legitimate threat in the division.
For his next fight, Nurmagomedov is scheduled to compete against a UFC debutant. This is a relatively steep downgrade for the undefeated bantamweight, as he was previously expected to fight top-five contender Cory Sandhagen before undergoing shoulder surgery. The opponent is possibly not a downgrade in opponent quality either, considering Almakhan is 17-1 with 15 finishes, 13 of them KO/TKOs. Still, having previously proven himself worthy of fighting a top-five bantamweight contender, Nurmagedov still has high upside to dispatch his next opponent and re-establish himself as a legitimate threat in the division.
Hurts shoulder, won't fight Sandhagen
Nurmagomedov withdrew Wednesday from his Aug. 5 bantamweight bout with Cory Sandhagen at the UFC's event in Nashville after suffering a shoulder injury that will require surgery, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Nurmagomedov, who holds a career 16-0-0 MMA record, has now had five of his last nine scheduled UFC bouts cancelled. He most recently competed in January, when he scored a first-round victory over Raoni Barcelos. According to his manager, Nurmagomedov is scheduled to undergo surgery next week, and a timeline for the 27-year-old's return to competition likely won't be established until after the procedure is completed.
Nurmagomedov, who holds a career 16-0-0 MMA record, has now had five of his last nine scheduled UFC bouts cancelled. He most recently competed in January, when he scored a first-round victory over Raoni Barcelos. According to his manager, Nurmagomedov is scheduled to undergo surgery next week, and a timeline for the 27-year-old's return to competition likely won't be established until after the procedure is completed.
Next fight set
Nurmagomedov will take on Cory Sandhagen in bantamweight bout at a UFC event in Nashville on Aug. 5, Marcel Dorff of Eurosport.nl reports Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Nurmagomedov has mostly cruised through his first four UFC matches. His most recent victory came at the expense of Raoni Barcelos, who he quickly disposed of with a left hook in the first round of a fight back in January. He'll look to remain undefeated as a pro MMA fighter against Sandhagen, who is also coming off a victory. Sandhagen, who currently holds the No. 4 spot in the UFC's bantamweight rankings and has previously competed for a title, represents Nurmagomedov's toughest test to date. A decisive victory for Umar here could put him within a fight or two of his own shot at UFC gold.
Nurmagomedov has mostly cruised through his first four UFC matches. His most recent victory came at the expense of Raoni Barcelos, who he quickly disposed of with a left hook in the first round of a fight back in January. He'll look to remain undefeated as a pro MMA fighter against Sandhagen, who is also coming off a victory. Sandhagen, who currently holds the No. 4 spot in the UFC's bantamweight rankings and has previously competed for a title, represents Nurmagomedov's toughest test to date. A decisive victory for Umar here could put him within a fight or two of his own shot at UFC gold.
Another flawless victory
Nurmagomedov defeated Raoni Barcelos via KO (punch) at 4:40 of Round 1 at UFC Fight Night on Saturday in Las Vegas.
ANALYSIS
Another flawless effort from Nurmagomedov as a monumental (-900) favorite. Like many Dagestani fighters, Umar is known for his wrestling and heavy ground game. His performance here shows exactly why many feel he is a future UFC champion. Nurmagomedov didn't attempt a single takedown in the brief fight, instead choosing to outclass Barcelos on the feet. His speed edge and constant movement allowed Umar to control the pace of the fight before a perfectly-placed left hand knocked the Brazilian out cold. It also went on to earn him a $50,000 Performance of the Night bonus. Now a perfect 4-0 in the UFC with three stoppage victories on his resume, the company is going to have no choice but to push Nurmagomedov sooner rather than later.
Another flawless effort from Nurmagomedov as a monumental (-900) favorite. Like many Dagestani fighters, Umar is known for his wrestling and heavy ground game. His performance here shows exactly why many feel he is a future UFC champion. Nurmagomedov didn't attempt a single takedown in the brief fight, instead choosing to outclass Barcelos on the feet. His speed edge and constant movement allowed Umar to control the pace of the fight before a perfectly-placed left hand knocked the Brazilian out cold. It also went on to earn him a $50,000 Performance of the Night bonus. Now a perfect 4-0 in the UFC with three stoppage victories on his resume, the company is going to have no choice but to push Nurmagomedov sooner rather than later.
Next matchup set
Nurmagomedov is slated to face Raoni Barcelos in a bantamweight bout at UFC Fight Night on Jan. 14, Brett Okamoto of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Nurmagomedov dominated Nate Maness in June to push his UFC record to 3-0, and he's now got his next opponent lined up. Barcelos defeated Trevin Jones on Oct. 1 to break a two-fight losing streak, though prior to the losses he won his first five matchups in the promotion.
Nurmagomedov dominated Nate Maness in June to push his UFC record to 3-0, and he's now got his next opponent lined up. Barcelos defeated Trevin Jones on Oct. 1 to break a two-fight losing streak, though prior to the losses he won his first five matchups in the promotion.