Manager recalls Khabib's kindness during UFC 223 championship win eight years ago

Azamat Bostanov, now a fighter manager, shared memories from Khabib Nurmagomedov's championship victory at UFC 223 in Brooklyn eight years ago. Bostanov recounted how Ali Abdelaziz initially told him to stay away from their team after he interviewed Artem Lobov following the infamous bus incident, but Khabib intervened and welcomed him. He described how 20-30 Dagestanis gathered at the hotel to protect Khabib from potential provocations from Conor McGregor's team. Bostanov also revealed that Zabit Magomedsharipov broke two fingers during his warm-up but fought anyway without telling the athletic commission. Despite being exhausted after winning the title, Khabib spent time with fans in his hotel, taking photos and speaking with everyone who approached him. Years later, Khabib still recognized Bostanov and offered him a ride, demonstrating his continued humility despite becoming champion.