This was a shock to many combat sports fans, considering that the dynamic striker is on a 14-fight winning streak that includes victories over some of the 145-pound elite such as Calvin Kattar and Jeremy Stephens.
Should Zabit retire, however, it will not be the last time MMA fans see a member of the Magomedsharipov clan compete.
UFC bantamweight prospect Timur Valiev has revealed to Sportskeeda that he’s currently training with Zabit’s younger brother, Khasan Magomedsharipov.
Timur Valiev talks Khasan Magomedsharipov
In an exclusive interview with Sportskeeda MMA’s Andy Whitelaw, Valiev discussed what it was like to train with the younger Magomedsharipov brother. He said the following-
Valiev was also asked if he believes that Khasan Magomedsharipov has a future in the UFC. His answer was rather characteristic of those hailing from the mountains of Dagestan, as he stated-
Timur Valiev vs. Raoni Barcelos
Timur Valiev is set to compete against fellow rising prospect Raoni Barcelos at UFC Vegas 30.
The two men have impressive records and have both been touted as future title contenders in the 135-pound division. When asked what he’s expecting from Barcelos, Valiev told Sportskeeda-
Asked about his thoughts on Barcelos as an opponent, the Dagestani prospect said-
However, Timur Valiev believes that he is the superior fighter in multiple areas, including footwork and speed.
Catch our full exclusive interview with Timur Valiev ahead of UFC Vegas 30 below:
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