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Usman Nurmagomedov issues statement after UFC Shanghai cage-rush
MMA Junkie • • general
Key Points:
- Usman Nurmagomedov rushed to assist his brother Umar immediately after Umar's knockout loss to Song Yadong at UFC Shanghai, accidentally colliding with Yadong in the process.
- Nurmagomedov nearly struck Yadong with a spinning back elbow but pulled back, leading to criticism from viewers about his conduct during the incident.
- In a statement, Usman Nurmagomedov defended his actions as driven by brotherly love and emotion, urging critics to "calm down" and emphasizing family bonds over the situation.
- It remains unclear if Nurmagomedov will face any disciplinary action, as the event's regulatory oversight is managed internally by the promotion rather than government bodies.
- The incident comes as Nurmagomedov is a highly sought-after free agent, with UFC CEO Dana White expressing interest in signing the undefeated 28-year-old lightweight fighter.
