Manager recalls Khabib's kindness after UFC 223 title win eight years ago

Azamat Bostanov, now a fighter manager, shared memories from Khabib Nurmagomedov's UFC 223 title victory in Brooklyn eight years ago. Bostanov recalled how manager Ali Abdelaziz initially told him to stay away from their team after he interviewed Artem Lobov following the famous bus incident, but Khabib intervened saying he was just doing his job. Despite being exhausted after winning the championship, Khabib came out to greet the large crowd at his hotel, took photos, and spoke with everyone who wanted his attention. Bostanov also revealed that Zabit Magomedsharipov broke two fingers during his warm-up at that event but kept it secret to avoid being pulled from the fight. The manager emphasized how Khabib remained the same approachable and kind person even after becoming champion, recalling how Khabib once called out to him on the street to offer a ride.