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Exactly eight years ago on April 7, 2018, Khabib Nurmagomedov defeated Al Iaquinta at UFC 223 to become Russia's first UFC champion. The historic lightweight title victory marked a watershed moment for Russian mixed martial arts on the global stage. Khabib's achievement paved the way for numerous Russian fighters to find success in the UFC. The anniversary has prompted reflection on how quickly time has passed since that significant milestone. Fans continue to celebrate the importance of that date in MMA history.
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