Umar Nurmagomedov Targets Cory Sandhagen for Next Fight
In a recent media session following his victory over Bekzat, Umar Nurmagomedov expressed his desire to face Cory Sandhagen in his next bout. According to Nurmagomedov, he believes a matchup with Sandhagen should be rescheduled for a significant event in the future.
Nurmagomedov exuded confidence in his abilities, claiming that he could potentially defeat current champion Petr Yan and finish Sandhagen. He attributed his bold statements to his strong team, noting that they have several lightweight champions among them, a rare feat in the MMA world.
Regarding the potential showdown with Sandhagen, Nurmagomedov stated that he is willing to face him during International Fight Week. However, if Sandhagen is not interested, Umar remains indifferent and open to fighting someone else.
A fight with Sandhagen would be a critical opportunity for Nurmagomedov to showcase his skills and validate the buzz surrounding him. Despite facing early adversity in his recent match with Bekzat, Nurmagomedov rebounded and secured a unanimous decision victory after a hard-fought battle. It will be intriguing to see how the UFC responds to Umar’s request to reschedule the Sandhagen fight.