Usman Nurmagomedov
10 stories covering Usman Nurmagomedov — news, results and analysis.
Islam Makhachev Pegs Usman Nurmagomedov's UFC Move at 90%
The welterweight champ says his cousin has outgrown Bellator's lightweight scene — and puts the odds of a UFC signing at 90%.
Sep 10, 2026
Henry Cejudo Says Usman Nurmagomedov Is a $3-4M Man, and the PFL's Lifeline
Cejudo claims the undefeated PFL lightweight champ turned down $2M per fight and could command double that on his next deal.
Sep 4, 2026
Cormier Shuts Down 'Elbow' Theory From Usman-Song Cage Clash
DC insists Usman Nurmagomedov didn't attack Song Yadong after the #6-ranked bantamweight starched #3 Umar with an uppercut in Shanghai.
Aug 30, 2026
Arman Tsarukyan Says Usman Nurmagomedov Could Wreck the UFC Lightweight Division
The No. 2-ranked lightweight thinks the Bellator champ beats almost anyone at 155 — including Justin Gaethje — if the UFC signs him.
Aug 18, 2026
Usman Nurmagomedov Is a Free Agent — And the UFC Feels Inevitable
At 28 and unbeaten, Nurmagomedov's next move looks pre-written. The only real question is who gets fed to him first — a top-five name or a slow burn.
Aug 7, 2026
Paul Hughes Wants Lifetime EPO Bans and Better PFL Testing
The Irish lightweight is pushing for stricter drug testing under the new PFL/MVP banner — and says lifetime bans should follow any positive.
Aug 4, 2026
Dana White Smiles on Usman Nurmagomedov Free Agency as Decision Nears
The undefeated PFL export just wrapped his contract with a first-round finish of Archie Colgan. Khabib says negotiations start next month.
Aug 2, 2026
Usman Nurmagomedov Dares Archie Colgan to Test His Wrestling
The PFL lightweight king fights out his contract Friday against the No. 1 contender — and won't rule out a UFC jump afterward.
Jul 30, 2026
Gaethje vs a Nurmagomedov, Round 2 — This Time in Opposite Corners
Six years after Khabib submitted him, Justin Gaethje corners Archie Colgan against Usman Nurmagomedov at PFL New York on Saturday.
Jul 30, 2026
Makhachev's Coach Says 21-0 Usman Nurmagomedov Beats Every UFC Lightweight
Javier Mendez claims the PFL champ tops the entire 155-pound field — with one exception. Nurmagomedov could hit free agency August 1.
Jul 27, 2026