Praise Quotes by Khabib Nurmagomedov

All Praise statements made by Khabib Nurmagomedov across interviews, press conferences, and social media.

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Jan 25, 2026 Praise
Khabib Nurmagomedov on Justin Gaethje
“absolutely legend, my congratulations, What a fight, And don't forget Justin almost 38 years old”

– via X, celebrating Justin Gaethje's historic victory over Paddy Pimblett in the UFC 324 main event.
— Khabib Nurmagomedov
Dec 15, 2025 praise
Khabib Nurmagomedov on Manel Kape
“You deserve everything brother”

– via instagram after Manel's UFC win against Royval
— Khabib Nurmagomedov
Nov 16, 2025 praise
Khabib Nurmagomedov on Islam Makhachev
“One and only @islam_makhachev It was amazing performance Brother, today you proved that you are the one of the best who ever compete in this game. You make proud millions people around the World. Alhamdulillah for everything.”

– via instagram after Islam Makhachev's dominant win at UFC 322
— Khabib Nurmagomedov
Sep 29, 2025 praise
khabib Nurmagomedov on Magomed Ankalaev
“He is one of the best to ever do it in Russia already. He is keep improving himself, keep climbing on top to be the best to ever do it. I really believe he has skills. Khabib on Magomed Ankalaev ahead of #UFC320”
— khabib Nurmagomedov