Khabib Nurmagomedov is coming back? VIRAL audio clip of coach Javier sparks rumors of Eagle’s return for UFC 300

Speculation grows about Khabib Nurmagomedov's UFC comeback after coach Javier Mendez reveals training details, with Chael Sonnen suggesting a possible welterweight title fight at UFC 300.

Khabib Nurmagomedov is coming back? VIRAL audio clip of coach Javier sparks rumors of Eagle’s return for UFC 300

Khabib Nurmagomedov and Javier Mendez (Image Courtesy - FirstSportz)

Khabib Nurmagomedov retired at UFC 254 with a victory over Justin Gaethje. The undefeated fighter retired due to the untimely death of his father, Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov. Now, a viral audio clip from AKA head coach Javier Mendez caused commotion. This is due to hints of Nurmagomedov’s return in the clip.

The viral audio clip prompted retired fighter and current analyst Chael Sonnen to talk about it on his YouTube Channel. Not only Sonnen but many in the UFC community are in awe after hearing Mendez’s audio clip. Nonetheless, this is what Mendez said in the audio clip.

He’s always training. Always training. But he’s never trained with me. You understand...He’s been training, but he’s never trained with me. Only when he fights he trains with me. That I can tell you...Whether he fights or not, I don’t know. But he’s training with me so you can take that for what it’s worth.
Javier Mendez on Khabib

Chael Sonnen provided a deep analysis of the matter on his YouTube channel. Sonnen stated that Nurmagomedov might come back at UFC 300 and challenge Leon Edwards for the welterweight title. However, Sonnen did not think he would stick on after as he would vacate and provide an opportunity for Islam Makhachev to claim it.

Islam Makhachev has already stated his interest in fighting for the welterweight title. However, UFC CEO Dana White did not think it was a good idea as many contenders are in the lightweight division. The UFC has yet to announce two more title fights for UFC 300. With the viral clip, the intrigue for the PPV increased.

Fight fans react to rumors of the comeback of Khabib Nurmagomedov

Javier Mendez’s audio clip did not go unnoticed by the MMA community. It spread like wildfire on various social media platforms. The source of the clip is still a mystery. Nonetheless, that did not stop fans as they provided their take on the matter.

Khabib Nurmagomedov
Khabib Nurmagomedov (Source: Twitter)

Some thought that Nurmagomedov’s return could happen. However, others felt it would never happen due to Nurmagomedov’s promise to his mother. Nonetheless, see how the MMA netizens reacted to the viral clip below!

https://twitter.com/NoahaGrice/status/1745608711307931842

Khabib Nurmagomedov’s potential presence heightened the anticipation for UFC 300. Nonetheless, fight fans expect the worst and hope for the best for UFC 300. The probability of Nurmagomedov’s presence at the event is marginal. However, Dana White and the UFC have previously pulled rabbit out of hats.

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