Usman Nurmagomedov Prepares for PFL New York Fight, Citing Family’s MMA Legacy

Usman Nurmagomedov (21‑0, 1 NC) said at a PFL New York media day that his family – Khabib, Umar and Islam – already represents the greatest combat‑sports lineage. He will defend his lightweight title against former Bellator fighter Archie Colgan, a bout that could be the final fight of his current contract.

Former UFC bantamweight champion T.J. Dillashaw, speaking on the JAXXON Podcast, argued that Islam Makhachev would have defeated Khabib Nurmagomedov in a prime‑vs‑prime matchup, citing Makhachev’s more well‑rounded skill set and stronger striking. "I think he's more well‑rounded," Dillashaw said.