Conor McGregor ripped into the entire Nurmagomedov family after seeing fellow countryman Paul Hughes suffer under the PFL banner.
The former two-weight world champion has been a big supporter of Hughes over the years. And tonight's PFL show in Dubai was sold as the second part of his historic rivalry with Khabib Nurmagomedov.
Unfortunately for Hughes, the Irish once again fell short in their battle with Dagestan as Usman Nurmagomedov landed a controversial majority decision win in Dubai. There have been immediate calls for a rematch, with many branding it 'Fight of the Year' despite it only being January.
Usman Nurmagomedov defeats Paul Hughes in final Bellator title fight
In what was billed as the second battle between Ireland and Dagestan, the Emerald Isle fell three short in Dubai this evening. Kenny Mokhonoana and Nathan Kelly were defeated by Ibragim Ibragimov and Akhmed Magomedov respectively on the undercard for the big fight.
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And despite a thrilling five-round affair, Paul Hughes couldn't dethrone undefeated Usman Nurmagomedov in the main event. The Irishman fought the takedown brilliantly but left his big attack too late as he walked to a second ever career defeat.
However, there were many who felt that, especially with a point deduction, he had done enough to deserve at least a draw. Nurmagomedov immediately told Bloody Elbow that he has no interest in a rematch and wants Hughes to win multiple fights before they can compete again.
Conor McGregor unimpressed by Usman Nurmagomedov's victory over Paul Hughes
Immediately after the fact, Khabib Nurmagomedov was able to get into the cage and give his thoughts on the events. But it wasn't until Bloody Elbow contacted Conor McGregor on social media that he gave an opinion on what happened.
He believes Hughes did enough to earn the victory and was torn into the entire Nurmagomedov family in a brutal assessment. “Tremendous fight and performance,” McGregor wrote in response to bloody elbow questions.
Huge battle and achievements! Easy win for Hughes, he dominated that fight. And Umar exactly what it says on the tin, a Nurmagamedov. Runner, Sprinter, Bolter, Scarper, Scurrying “Fighter”. The Nurmagomedovs are not hunters. They are the most non-fighting fighters out… https://t.co/ohzdcj0mf0
— Conor McGregor (@thenotoriousmma) January 25, 2025
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“Easy win for Hughes, he dominated that fight. And umar [Usman] Exactly what it says on the tin, a Nurmagamedov. Runner, Sprinter, Bolter, Scarper, Scurrying 'Fighter'.
“The Nurmagomedovs are not hunters. They are the most non-combat fighters from Dagestan and always. Run around the cage and shoot ass b****es.Dagestan is better than the Nurmagomedovs and that's a fact! “
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