Khabib Nurmagomedov Balances Coaching Legacy and Personal Sacrifice Ahead of UFC 311

The former UFC champion continues to lead his team while hinting at stepping away once his core fighters complete their careers.

Khabib Nurmagomedov has resumed coaching his team, including Islam Makhachev and Umar Nurmagomedov, after previously stepping away from MMA in 2023.
UFC 311, set for January 18, 2025, will feature Makhachev defending his lightweight title and Umar challenging for the bantamweight belt, showcasing the strength of Nurmagomedov's team.
Khabib attributes the team's success to a culture of discipline and sacrifice, a philosophy inherited from his late father and coach, Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov has expressed a desire to retire from coaching once his core group of fighters, including his cousin Umar and Makhachev, conclude their careers.
The UFC 311 co-main event between Umar Nurmagomedov and Merab Dvalishvili has gained attention due to heated exchanges, with Umar entering as the betting favorite.