Azamat Bostanov recalls Khabib's kindness after UFC 223 championship win

Azamat Bostanov, now a fighter manager, shared memories from eight years ago when Khabib Nurmagomedov won the UFC lightweight championship at UFC 223 in Brooklyn. Bostanov recounts how Ali Abdel-Aziz initially told him not to approach their team, but Khabib intervened saying 'This is our guy, he's just doing his job' and welcomed him. After the victory, despite being exhausted, Khabib came out to a crowded hotel floor to take photos with fans, let Bostanov wear the championship belt, and spent time talking to people via video calls. Bostanov also recalls seeing a group of 20-30 Dagestanis gather at the hotel entrance to protect Khabib from potential provocations from Conor McGregor's team. Years later, Bostanov encountered Khabib in Moscow who recognized him, called out to him from a vehicle, and offered him a ride, demonstrating Khabib's consistent kindness and humility despite his championship success.