Beneil Dariush believes Usman Nurmagomedov is destined for greatness inside the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
Free Agency and UFC Prospects
The exclusive 90-day negotiating period for lightweight champion Usman Nurmagomedov with the PFL expired recently, opening the door for him to hold discussions with the UFC and other fighting organizations. As a former UFC lightweight contender, Dariush stated that Nurmagomedov, who holds an undefeated 22-0 record, has possessed the skills to compete in the octagon for quite some time.
According to sports.yahoo.com reporting on MMA Junkie, Dariush expressed his astonishment regarding the undefeated fighter’s current career status. “I’m surprised he’s not in the UFC already,” Dariush told MMA Junkie, adding that the delay likely stems from financial disagreements during contract talks.
Immediate Top-Tier Matches
Should Nurmagomedov finalize a deal with the UFC, Dariush anticipates that the promotion will immediately match him against elite competition.
Dariush stated that he expects Nurmagomedov to secure a matchup against a top-10 fighter instantly, followed quickly by a top-five opponent because his talent level is exceptionally high.
