Tony Ferguson continues to speak about Habib Nurmagomedov, referring to him as "still overweight."
MMA Fan Favorite Tony Ferguson Expresses Interest in Coaching Opposite Khabib Nurmagomedov on 'The Ultimate Fighter'
In an interview with Helen Yee, long-time UFC lightweight division rival Tony Ferguson has expressed interest in coaching against Khabib Nurmagomedov on the popular reality TV series, 'The Ultimate Fighter.' Ferguson, who has lost his last eight fights, feels that coaching Nurmagomedov would present a unique competitive dynamic, commenting, "I would definitely take the opportunity to coach against him."
The two fighters have been scheduled to face off on five separate occasions since 2015, but the bout has yet to materialize due to various reasons. Recently, Ferguson shared his eagerness to settle their long-standing rivalry in a non-traditional fashion, expressing enthusiasm for a coaching competition instead of an octagon battle.
While Khabib Nurmagomedov retired from professional MMA last year, Ferguson recently parted ways with the UFC, making it unlikely that the matchup will ever materialize. Despite the seemingly insurmountable barriers to their scheduled bout, the idea of coaching against one another remains intriguing for both fighters.
Though they have always had a contentious relationship, Ferguson has also expressed support for the UFC champion, Islam Makhachev, whom Nurmagomedov is currently coaching. Ferguson's interest in facing Nurmagomedov within the confines of 'The Ultimate Fighter' hints at a shared sense of respect and camaraderie between the two rivals.
In the realm of mixed martial arts, the 'never happened' battle between Ferguson and Nurmagomedov has become one of the most talked-about rivalries in the sport's history. Ferguson's latest comments concerning a potential coaching competition serve as a reminder that, while the fight may never come to fruition, the tension between the two remains palpable and not easily forgotten.
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In response to Tony Ferguson's proposal, bookmakers may be intrigued to offer betting lines for a potential coaching competition between Ferguson and Khabib Nurmagomedov on 'The Ultimate Fighter.' Despite the non-traditional format, sports enthusiasts remain captivated by the ongoing sports rivalry between the two mixed-martial-arts fighters.
