Khabib Abdulmanapovich Nurmagomedov, born on September 20, 1988, in Sildi, Republic of Dagestan (Russia), is a retired professional mixed martial artist (MMA). He is widely regarded as one of the greatest fighters in UFC history, having retired undefeated with a perfect record of 29 wins and 0 losses.
Coming from a humble family deeply rooted in the traditions of the Caucasus, Khabib was introduced to combat sports at a young age by his father, Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov, a respected former wrestler and coach. From childhood, he trained in wrestling, judo, and sambo — disciplines that shaped his unique and dominant fighting style inside the cage.
Khabib began his professional career in 2008 on the regional Russian circuit, where he quickly gained attention by winning fight after fight with overwhelming dominance. His reputation grew rapidly, and in 2012, he signed with the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), the world’s premier MMA organization.
Khabib Abdulmanapovich Nurmagomedov, born on September 20, 1988, in Sildi, Republic of Dagestan (Russia), is a retired professional mixed martial artist (MMA). He is widely regarded as one of the greatest fighters in UFC history, having retired undefeated with a perfect record of 29 wins and 0 losses.
Coming from a humble family deeply rooted in the traditions of the Caucasus, Khabib was introduced to combat sports at a young age by his father, Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov, a respected former wrestler and coach. From childhood, he trained in wrestling, judo, and sambo — disciplines that shaped his unique and dominant fighting style inside the cage.
Khabib began his professional career in 2008 on the regional Russian circuit, where he quickly gained attention by winning fight after fight with overwhelming dominance. His reputation grew rapidly, and in 2012, he signed with the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), the world’s premier MMA organization.
