In just over two weeks, Khabib Nurmagomedov and Conor McGregor will finally face each other inside the octagon. It is one of the most stylistically compelling matchups in UFC history - a throwback to the old “striker vs. grappler” days - and as the event approaches, speculation is ramping up about how the fight will play out. On paper, Nurmagomedov should have the advantage, being both the bigger man and the grappler as well as being unbeaten in 26 professional fights. But McGregor’s head coach, John Kavanagh, doesn’t see it that way. In fact, Kavanagh thinks Nurmagomedov’s pristine record could work against him.
Morning Report:John Kavanagh questions if Khabib Nurmagomedov will keep confidence against Conor McGregor if he loses a round
