Afrigather Umar Nurmagomedov Desires Cory Sandhagen Subsequent
Nurmagomedov’s media scrum was held after he emerged victorious in opposition to Bekzat. Talking to reporters, Umar stated his hope is to have the battle with Cory Sandhagen rescheduled for a giant occasion (through MMAJunkie).
“I discuss as a result of I do know what job they did – I do know different guys what they’re doing,” Nurmagomedov stated. “The way in which I’m speaking, I can smash and I can end Petr Yan. I’m severe. After I speak about Cory Sandhagen, that I can end him, I’m severe – not as a result of I’m cocky or one thing like that. No, guys, I’ve superb group. Have a look at my group. We’ve three or 4 guys who’re light-weight champions. Who else’s group has that? No person.
“Subsequent is Cory Sandhagen. He (needs to) battle me on Worldwide (Struggle Week). If he don’t wish to and anyone else, I don’t care. I actually don’t care.”
Such a battle can be an enormous alternative for Umar to show that the hype is certainly actual. Nurmagomedov had a shaky begin in his bout with Bekzat, getting dropped early. Umar didn’t let the knockdown deter him, nonetheless, as he dealt with enterprise for 3 rounds to earn the unanimous determination victory. We’ll see how the UFC reacts to Umar’s suggestion to rebook the Sandhagen battle.
