#2. Khabib Nurmagomedov and Justin Gaethje at UFC 254
Former UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov faced Justin Gaethje in the final fight of his career at UFC 254. Khabib, who lost his father Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov to coronavirus-related complications earlier, put on a brave show and finished Gaethje with a triangle choke.
The duo shared a moment following the fight as Gaethje put an arm around Khabib and tried consoling him. Khabib, on his part, expressed his gratitude towards Justin for helping him cut weight back in 2016 and also called him 'a great man'.
Speaking during the octagon interview, Khabib shared an emotional message for everyone, including his opponent.
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"Be close with your parents. You never know what will happen tomorrow."
In a post-fight interview, Gaethje gave an insight into the conversation he had with the Russian moments after the submission.
"I haven't had the chance to tell you, but I'm so sorry for your loss. You just made your father really proud!"
#1. Max Holloway and Yair Rodriguez at UFC Fight Night 197
Max Holloway is arguably one of the best boxers in the UFC. Riding on a two-fight win streak, 'Blessed' locked horns with Yair Rodriguez at UFC Fight Night 197 for what was expected to be a barnburner. The fight did not disappoint. While Holloway eventually stood tall and won by unanimous decision, Rodriguez went toe-to-toe with the former featherweight champion.
The pounding left both fighters exhausted and in need of medical attention. Speaking during the post-fight octagon interview, Yair Rodriguez humbly accepted his loss and praised Holloway for his performance.
"Max is an amazing fighter. He has a lot of experience. He's done an amazing job. I have nothing to do but accept (the loss)."
Watch Yair Rodriguez's full octagon interview here:
Despite five grueling rounds, the duo indulged in a heartfelt exchange outside the venue.
Rodriguez was approached by 'Blessed' as he sat in the ambulance with a swollen left foot. Holloway heaped praise on 'El Pantera', calling him a 'frickin' animal'. Both fighters continued praising each other and even posed for pictures in the ambulance.