Khabib Nurmagomedov News: UFC Lightweight Champion gives his take on a rematch against Conor McGregor

What's the story?

Since his loss to Khabib Nurmagomedov at UFC 229, former two-division UFC World Champion, Conor McGregor has been vouching for a rematch against 'The Eagle'.

Nurmagomedov, who recently spoke with Australian reporters, has finally responded to McGregor's claims of a potential rematch against the Dagestani.

In case you didn't know...

At UFC 229, Khabib Nurmagomedov marked his first successful Lightweight Championship defense after winning the title at UFC 223 by beating Al Iaquinta, against former division champion Conor McGregor, who made his return to Octagon competition for the first time in almost two and a half years.

Khabib, who pretty much dominated the fight from the get-go, had control of McGregor on the ground and didn't allow the Irishman to create any particular opening, as The Eagle eventually won via submission when McGregor tapped out in the fourth round of the fight.

Following the fight, however, a wild brawl between Khabib and McGregor's team erupted, as the champion first climbed out of the cage and attacked Bellator Welterweight and McGregor's teammate, Dillion Danis.

The heart of the matter

While speaking with reporters in Australia, Nurmagomedov completely dismissed the idea of a potential rematch against Conor McGregor, who was initially defeated by 'The Eagle' just a few months ago at UFC 229.

Nurmagomedov noted that there is no potential reason for McGregor to receive a rematch after being mauled by the Dagestani champion. (H/T: MMA Fighting)

“[Laughs] We’ll see. He doesn’t deserve this. Rematch for what? Before the last fight he talked, talked but when we were inside the cage he don’t do nothing.”

When asked about his next title defense, Khabib stated that he is willing to defend his belt against anyone who is next in line.

“Anyone. Anyone. But we have to wait for court. . . We’re just waiting for Nevada Athletic Commission on January 29. I have a call. We will see.”

What's next?

As aforementioned by Khabib himself, the current UFC Lightweight Champion is waiting for an official statement from the Nevada Athletic Commission on the 29th of January. Nurmagomedov, who was also involved in the massive post-fight brawl at UFC 229, is expected to make his return to the Octagon in 2019.