Dana White Gives Positive Update to Khabib Nurmagomedov About His Brother After UFC 321

The post-fight atmosphere at UFC 321 was electrifying—not just for the bantamweight bout, but also for a family reunion of sorts. Umar Nurmagomedov‘s successful return sparked high hopes, with cousin Usman Nurmagomedov by his side to provide calm amid the chaos. And while Umar won a unanimous decision over Mario Bautista, behind the scenes, Dana White‘s recent words have put the spotlight on Usman, as his words foreshadowed some swift changes in the Nurmagomedovs’ UFC future.

Umar Nurmagomedov’s fight with Bautista was anything but smooth sailing. In the early rounds, he tested Bautista’s ground defense before facing a dangerous toe hold that threatened to derail his performance. Even in the second round, Bautista’s heavy knee rocked him, causing a scramble that may have changed the outcome.

Nonetheless, Nurmagomedov’s calmness, wrestling expertise, and strategic grappling control enabled him to weather the storm and eventually win the decision. But despite it all, it seems like it is his brother, Usman Nurmagomedov, who is taking the spotlight away. During the post-event press conference, Dana White confirmed his close relationship with Team Dagestan and hinted at future plans for Usman Nurmagomedov’s UFC entry.

When asked about the possibility of the PFL star joining the UFC, the head honcho admitted in the post-event press conference, “We have an incredible relationship with them.” He further added, “I don’t know the answer to that question; I would have to talk to the matchmakers.” The words surely carried an unspoken promise: the powerful PFL lightweight champion may soon join his cousin in the UFC spotlight, transforming speculation into a thrilling possibility.

As per the UFC boss, he will now go through the matchmakers to start a move that may land the PFL star in the promotion. After all, Dana White’s optimism is validated by his continued domination in the PFL. The younger Nurmagomedov destroyed Paul Hughes en route to winning the PFL Lightweight World Championship, displaying the same suffocating pressure, smooth counter-striking, and positional control that made Khabib Nurmagomedov legendary.