Resumed Career Plans Disclosed by Habib
In the upcoming UFC 257 event, Dan Hooker will square off against Michael Chandler, according to reports. This highly-anticipated lightweight bout is one of two fights that current UFC champion Khabib Nurmagomedov will be closely watching.
Despite his recent retirement announcement after his fight with Justin Gaethje, Nurmagomedov has expressed a willingness to return to the octagon, contingent on the performances at UFC 257. UFC President Dana White confirmed that Nurmagomedov will be watching the fights, including the highly-anticipated matchup between Conor McGregor and Dustin Poirier.
Nurmagomedov, who feels he has accomplished everything in the UFC, has voiced his doubts about returning. However, if the lightweight fights at UFC 257 are impressive enough, he may reconsider his decision. The champion made his statement about a potential return on UFC TV.
As for specifics about a potential return, White revealed that it depends on the outcomes at UFC 257. No information was found regarding who announced that Nurmagomedov might return for certain major UFC fights or about a potential opponent if he returns.
In the meantime, fans are eagerly awaiting UFC 257, not only for the main event between McGregor and Poirier, but also for the potential impact it may have on Nurmagomedov's future in the UFC. Only time will tell if the lightweight fights at UFC 257 will be enough to lure the champion back into the octagon.
