Azamat Bostanov recalls Khabib's 2018 UFC 223 title win and hospitality

Azamat Bostanov, now a fighter manager, shared memories from Khabib Nurmagomedov's UFC 223 championship win in Brooklyn eight years ago. Bostanov recalled the incident with Artem Lobov and Ali Abdel-Aziz initially telling him to stay away from the team, but Khabib welcoming him and saying he was just doing his job. He described 20 to 30 Dagestanis gathering at the hotel to protect Khabib from potential Conor McGregor provocations. Bostanov also revealed that Zabit Magomedsharipov broke two fingers during his warm-up but fought anyway without telling the athletic commission. After the event, Khabib was exhausted but still took photos, let Bostanov wear the belt, and spent time with countless fans in his hotel room, many of whom he didn't know. Bostanov emphasized that Khabib remained the same friendly, approachable person even years after becoming champion, recalling a chance encounter where Khabib stopped his van to greet him and offer a ride.