Khabib meets Putin after McGregor victory

Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated MMA fighter Khabib Nurmagomedov on his "convincing" UFC victory over Conor McGregor, and Khabib's father Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov on raising such a good athlete, during a meeting in Ulyanovsk on Wednesday.

Commenting on the brawl that erupted following Khabib's victory, the Russian leader remarked that there were some unwritten rules that all fighters should follow.

However, the president stated, "I will ask your father not to punish you very cruelly because you accomplished the main aim, you won."

Meanwhile Putin noted that Russia is "one big family" and that "if we are attacked from the outside, not only you, we could all jump in such a way, and there could be hell to pay. But it's better to avoid such course of action."

"Of course, I have not controlled myself in some moments, because there were provocations even during the fight. I hope that the court which is going on now will be in our favour," Khabib replied.

TRANSCRIPT:

SOT, Vladimir Putin, Russian President (Russian): "I would like to congratulate you one more time on the victory. And I would like to congratulate the father on bringing up such a good fighter."

SOT, Vladimir Putin, Russian President (Russian): "Yes, of course you did not represent a team, you were on your own, you did not perform for the country but you performed for yourself. But still you are a Russian citizen and we are not indifferent to our citizens, no matter where they are and what they do. That is why we were witnessing attentively, we were worrying about you. I will ask your father not to punish you very cruelly because you accomplished the main aim, you won, won with dignity and [it was] convincing."

SOT, Vladimir Putin, Russian President (Russian): "I believe that all of us in our country are one big family. No matter what happens, we need try and avoid rashness like charging someone, regardless what is going on."

SOT, Vladimir Putin, Russian President (Russian): "Anything can happen in the family, but we never allow ourselves to cross the line. Of course, if we are attacked from the outside, not only you, we could all jump in such a way, and there could be hell to pay. But it's better to avoid such course of action."

SOT, Vladimir Putin, Russian President (Russian): "It is a commercial kind of sport but still a sport. And I cannot disagree with those who think that some rules should be followed, not just written ones but also general athletic and moral rules. I hope that in this kind of sport everyone will follow these rules."

SOT, Vladimir Putin, Russian President (Russian): "In the end we will find a way for [ensuring] normal communication, friendship - between men and athletes. Sport is dedicated to these goals exactly. And with your opponents you will have good, kind, competitive, but kind relations."

SOT, Khabib Nurmagomedov, UFC Fighter (Russian): "For now they are only talking about my jump, even though I performed quite well. In comparison with his behaviour, his disrespect towards me, my parents, my country, I behaved with dignity. Of course I have not controlled myself in some moments, because there were provocations even during the fight. I hope that the court [decision] which is going on now will be in our favour."

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[Zachsgreatchannel]

Its like Khabib got called to the principals office 😂

[abdullaharman]

I’m glad Khabib’s father was able to see his son become the greatest before he died. You can see his pride for his son beaming from his face.
every father deserve a son like khabib who make him father proud

[_Jay_Singh]

Khabib talking to the only 2 men on this planet he is genuinely afraid of.

[blackmanking]

The moment he said 'i did it because my family and my country were provoked '
Putin must have been like " now that's a true Russian spirit"

[nishadarnal]

Imagine having a father so strict that u literally had to take help from the President to calm him down. 😂😂

[CesarChin]

Putin’s like “don’t worry, I’ll take care of the lawsuit”

[marmitenot.]

Putin scolded him so nicely, but was proud of him as well. His Father was absolutely beaming with pride.

[eraak]

Simple room simple people yet they are known world wide. Level of sincerity is admirable

[heinzthedude]

One of the greatest ufc fighter ever and still not the scariest person in the room

[Rascals]

Putin just saved one of the greatest fighters ever from a whooping from his father. You can't make this stuff up lmao

[yehhshhs]

khbabib is like the student with his dad meeting the very respected school principle, father looks very proud and khabib is very respectful and acts like a good son.

[elijahmwaura]

These three Russians look just so humble, don't they?
I can't believe it!

[badjaeaux]

this is probably the proudest his father has ever been, imagine working hard for decades in a poor forgotten gym, and now finally seeing his son get congratulated by one of the most influential man in world history

[Happy_Potato]

*He started fighting for his Father.*
*Retired for his Mother..*
*What a Legend..* ❤️🙌
I was not there at the time of Mohammad Ali,
Was very young for Mike tyson..
*But I am privileged to be present at the time of the Undefeated, Great Khabib.. True Legend..* 🙌❤️

[anasshahid]

The debut of the great Khabib Nurmagomedov, one of the all
time UFC greats, retired with a perfect record of 29-0, humble, respectful, class act, amazing ambassador for the sport of MMA, true legend of the sport 👏👏👏👏🦅 Happy to see Khabib’s father get to witness his son’s success before passing away 💐🕊️❤️🙏

[MaSsiVeGaming]

That is one powerful room. Former KGB agent and arguably the most powerful man in the world, a Russian military veteran and martial arts expert, and the #1 ranked Pound-for-pound undisputed, undefeated Lightweight champion of the world.

[jesusmaryandjoseph]

As an Irish American, who's grandma is from Ireland I always rooted for Conor.. but as a human I've always respected Khabib more

[danielp]

Khabibs dad was fkn built, he left a great legacy…🙏

[renegade_film]

Love em or hate em these men are real men….

[tobynagreanu]

''Of course if we are attacked from the outside, not only you, we could all jump in such a way, and there could be hell to pay.'' - Putin 2018