Khabib called Makhachev's victory over Oliveira an expected pattern
The former champion had no doubts about the success of his friend and student.
Islam Makhachev's victory over Charles Oliveira in Abu Dhabi on October 22nd last year was not a surprise for Khabib Nurmagomedov.
According to the former UFC lightweight champion, even the Brazilian himself understood that he would have nothing to oppose the Russian fighter in the octagon.
That's why long before the match Oliveira allowed himself unnecessary things in social networks, as if provoking his opponent to retaliate. He waited for them, but already in the cage.
"For me the victory of Makhachev over Oliveira was expected and natural. Islam became the champion even before the fight. For some people his victory was a surprise, but for me that fight was just a formality, allowing me to come, to see, to conquere. And then officially take the belt," said Khabib.