Newly Ranked Said Nurmagomedov
There’s another Dagestani phenom on the rise in the UFC’s Bantamweight rankings. Said Nurmagomedov has been with the promotion since 2019 and has built up a UFC record of 5-1, last defeating Douglas Silva De Andrade in July this year.
Nurmagomedov now breaks into the top 15 (as of Dec 6) in the Bantamweight rankings, in anticipation of his appearance this weekend against the formidable Saidyokub Kakhramonov.
Who is Said Nurmagomedov?
Born 5th April 1992, Said Nurmagomedov is a Russian mixed martial artist competing in the UFC’s Bantamweight division. Debuting in 2009, Nurmagomedov has amassed a professional record of 16-2, with key victories over Cody Stamann and Douglas Silva de Andrade.
Is Said Nurmagomedov Related to Khabib Nurmagomedov?
Contrary to popular belief, no, Said Nurmagomedov is not related to Khabib Nurmagomedov at all. They just share the same surname. both Said and Khabib have clarified this.
Said Nurmagomedov vs Saidyokub Kakhramonov Prediction
The Fight Fanatic Predicts: Said Nurmagomedov by Unanimous Decision.
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