Khabib Nurmagomedov returns to action at UFC 242, where he puts his UFC lightweight title, and his undefeated record, on the line against interim champion Dustin Poirier. But it was at UFC 205 when it truly became clear that Dagestan’s favorite son was well on his way to the championship, and nothing was going to stop him. That was the night — the UFC’s first-ever event at New York’s Madison Square Garden — in which Nurmagomedov (27-0 MMA; 11-0 UFC) thoroughly dismantles one of the game’s toughest customers in Michael Johnson. Related Dana White: Conor McGregor's next move depends on Diaz-Pettis, Khabib-Poirier results UFC 242, Dustin's Diaries: Why training camp is tough, family time, understanding Khabib Not only did “The Eagle” pick Johnson apart before finishing him with a Kimura at the 2:32 mark of the third round, but he engaged in a chat with UFC president Dana White, who was sitting cage side, as he dished out the beating.
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UFC 242 free fight: Relive Khabib Nurmagomedov’s beatdown of Michael Johnson – MMA Junkie