Famous UFC commentator Joe Rogan explained the crucial factor behind the success of Khabib Nurmagomedov and Islam Makhachev that helped them become UFC champions.
Joe Rogan on his podcast
Khabib [Nurmagomedov] had unbelievably gruelling training sessions. That was one of the things that was so apparent with his endurance. Their discipline was second to none. They were, like, ‘no girlfriends, no phones, no bulls**t, no video games, f**k you, we train.’ Recover, train, eat, recover, train. And you want to really be a champion? This is how you have to work.
Makhachev last entered the octagon in January 2025 at UFC 311, defeating Renato Moicano by submission in the first round. His record is 27 wins and one loss.
Nurmagomedov's last fight was against Justin Gaethje in October 2020 at UFC 254. This match ended in the second round with a technical submission (triangle choke) win for Khabib. His record boasts 29 wins and no losses.
