UFC HERO Khabib Numagomedov believes that ring girls in martial arts are 'useless' and make him feel a little uncomfortable.
The undefeated MMA fighter doesn't want ring girls to be resigned from history, but she wouldNOTThey can be used for any of his events.
Since 1993, UFC has hired ring girls.
Khabib, speaking at a press conference, said that "Look, I don’t want to offend anybody, but ring girl are the most useless person in martial arts."
"What are their functions? I have a question. It can be shown that it is the second round.
"There are people who are proficient in martial arts, but they walk. This is just my opinion. I don't wish to force it on you.
"I believe you have your own about some moments. They are useless in martial arts. Which function? What function?
"Do they create a sport? Do they make it easier for people to see the second round? What do they do? Please, tell me.
"I realize that it is history. History is not without its mistakes. To avoid making mistakes in the future, we must read the history.
"If you look at history, it shows that they are ineffective." This is my opinion.
Although combat sports have been around for thousands of centuries, ring girls were introduced only during the 1960s when the Las Vegas boxing scene arose.
Recent years have seen a split in opinion about ring girls, with many believing that they are unnecessary and sexist.
Others believe that they are part of combat sports' heritage and integral part of fight night.
Khabib, who is a promoter after his retirement from fighting in the war, will also be there.NOTUse ring girls for any of his events.
The MMA icon said: "Dana White [UFC chief] might like it, maybe you too. My name is Khabib, not Dana.
"I'm not coming with my rules to you. This is not your fault. However, if we are able to have a joint event we should realize.
"If people come to look at these persons, then you shouldn't do that on September 17th [Khabib’s next promotion]. It is not a place you should go.
You can come to the CSKA Arena on September 17th to see the best athletes fight. It's the CSKA Arena.
"In the same way, you can also visit Moscow to pay money and see everything. Are you right?
"I came to fight night, sit beside my father. These people pass by, showing people it's the second round. No one sees the plate [sign].
"I am uncomfortable with my father. It is not something I oppose. You can do what you want, but don’t force it on me. It is possible in the designated areas.
