UFC lightweight Khabib Nurmagomedov told a Russian media outlet that not only is he no longer fighting in Nevada after dealing with their out of control athletic commission, but that he might be on ice long enough for the UFC to create an interim title.
He believes if that happens, former interim champ Tony Ferguson and Dustin Poirier should fight for it. While a Ferguson vs. Poirier fight is a dream come true, it’s not what the division or sport of mixed martial arts. It needs Nurmagomedov vs. Ferguson.
Interim belt would of been great if it was 5 years ago. Interim title fight, interim champ defends until Khabib returns. However the ufc devalued interim belts to worthless recently.
Strip Khabib, book Ferguson vs Poirer for the title and Mcgregor vs Cowboy for #1 contendor.
SHUT UP LUKE!!!
McGregor vs Ferguson Interim title shot
Give Porier to Cowboy.
Former interim champion and soon to be the interim champion again el cucuey the next double champ
I don't know anything about contracts but is it possible for Tony to take a fight now and regardless of the outcome be guaranteed a title fight with Khabib? That is of course if he wants to stay active. Otherwise, wait it out.
Interim gives you a pay bump if nothing else. Why not.
Personally I don’t care who it’s against although I’d prefer Khabib.. but Tony shouldn’t be fighting for anything less than the legit 155 lb title
That sweet beard tho 💯🙏
155 in the UFC has turned into what 147 was in boxing during Mayweather's prime. Everyone is holding out for a Conor fight and no one fights or fights any of the other top contenders.