Khabib Nurmagomedov Reacts to Ikram Aliskerov Stepping in on Short Notice in Place of Khamzat Chimaev Against Robert Whittaker at UFC Fight Night
What is Khabib Nurmagomedov's tip for Ikram ahead of Robert Whittaker's fight?
The short-notice fight between Ikram Aliskerov and Robert Whittaker is crucial for Ikram. If he manages to win, it could significantly boost his career. Recently, Ikram Aliskerov gave an interview to MMA Red Corner, where he was asked about his conversations with Khabib Nurmagomedov and Islam Makhachev regarding his short-notice fight.
Ikram Aliskerov revealed that he called Khabib Nurmagomedov before accepting the short-notice fight. The Eagle guided him to take the fight and capitalize on the opportunity.
Khabib Nurmagomedov said, “‘You can’t miss these chances; you have to fly here and sweat for 2-3 days.’ We discussed (the fight). (Khabib said) ‘Pay attention because he’s a striker. Be attentive, and everything will work out.’”
Match Card
Main Card
Robert Whittaker vs. Ikram Aliskerov Middleweight Fight
Sergei Pavlovich vs. Alexander Volkov Heavyweight Fight
Johnny Walker vs. Volkan Oezdemir Light Heavyweight Fight
Kelvin Gastelum vs. Daniel Rodriguez Welterweight Fight
Sharabutdin Magomedov vs. Joilton Lutterbach Middleweight Fight
Muhammad Naimov vs. Melsik Baghdasaryan Featherweight Fight
Prelims
Magomed Gadzhiyasulov vs. Brendson Ribeiro Light Heavyweight Fight
Farid Basharat vs. Montel Jackson Bantamweight Fight
Abu Azaitar vs. Denis Tiuliulin Middleweights Fight
Rinat Fakhretdinov vs. Nicolas Dalby Welterweight Fight
Nasrat Haqparast vs. Jared Gordon Lightweight Fight
Kang Kyung-ho vs. Muin Gafurov Bantamweight Fight
Xiao Long vs. Lee Chang-ho Bantamweight Fight
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