UMAR NURMAGOMEDOV, the cousin of Khabib Nurmagomedov, took his unbeaten run to 15 with a dominant victory at UFC Vegas 57.
Umar lived up to the family name demolishing Nate Maness across three rounds winning via an unanimous decision.
The Russian is yet to lose fight in his career in the bantamweight division.
The 26-year-old walked out alongside Khabib who watched on from his corner.
Once inside the octagon Umar asserted control in the first two rounds taking Maness down and landing some excellent punches and elbows.
In round three Umar landed a fantastic kick and as his American opponent again was taken to the ground.
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In his post-fight interview the man living up to the hype claimed he wants a top ten opponent next.
Current bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling tweeted in response to Umar’s victory: “I’ll be waiting my friend”.
He went on to praise the strength of the weight class but reminded everyone that it “feels good to be on top”.
Former bantamweight champion Henry Cejundo praised the victory too saying on Twitter: “Coach Khabib is no joke, I see you Umar Nurmagomedov”.
SUN BINGO GET £50 BONUS & 50 FREE SPINS TODAYThe weight of the Nurmagomedov name is not bothering Umar and fans online called the family “kings”.
His cousin is the now retired Khabib, who is regarded as one of the best ever MMA fighters.
He retired with a 29-0 record and famously beat Conor McGregor in 2018.
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