For decades, the hardy mountain folk of Dagestan have produced combat sports savants. Fans at large have become familiar with Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov‘s stable of killers, specifically his son Khabib, nephew Abubakar, as well as UFC standout Islam Makhachev.
The Dagestani gladiators share a strong grappling base, overwhelming opponents with their transcendent wrestling ability. At just 22 years old, Omar Nurmagomedov (7-0 MMA) has emerged as the most talented Avar export yet. A cousin of Khabib Nurmagomedov, the undefeated bantamweight has dominated Fight Nights Global with not only his ferocious ground attack, but sensationally adept striking.