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Nurmagomedov Eyes Title Shot After Dominant Win
27 Aug
Summary
- Nurmagomedov secured a title shot after a dominant win over Sandhagen.
- He faced Merab Dvalishvili for the bantamweight title, losing a close decision.
- Nurmagomedov returns to the cage this Saturday against Song Yadong.
Umar Nurmagomedov secured a pivotal title shot opportunity by defeating Cory Sandhagen in a main event clash at UFC on ABC 7 back in 2024. His dominant performance was reflected on the scorecards, with judges scoring the bout 50-45, 49-46, and 49-46. This victory positioned him to challenge then-UFC bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili, though he lost that contest via a close decision.
Nurmagomedov is scheduled to return to action this Saturday, headlining UFC Fight Night 286 in Shanghai, China. The Dagestani fighter will face off against China's own Song Yadong in a five-round bout. This fight marks Nurmagomedov's first appearance since his championship challenge.
Umar Nurmagomedov's professional record stands at 20 wins and 1 loss, with 8 wins and 1 loss within the UFC. Song Yadong brings a record of 23 wins, 9 losses, and 1 draw into the octagon, holding a UFC record of 12 wins, 4 losses, and 1 draw.
