Former UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov retired from cage-fighting late last year after an impressive (and careful) submission victory of Justin Gaethje. Despite the best efforts of UFC President Dana White, Nurmagomedov has stuck to his guns and seems to be rather enjoying his retirement.
Without ‘The Eagle’ the world of combat sports has continued to turn. Some of its latest revolutions have been highlighted by celebrity fights involving the brothers Jake Paul and Logan Paul. Jake has beaten up former NBA player Nate Robinson and ex-MMA champ Ben Askren. And Logan recently went eight rounds with Floyd Mayweather Jr.