Azamat Bostanov recalls Khabib's 2018 title win and hospitality in Brooklyn

Manager Azamat Bostanov shared detailed memories of Khabib Nurmagomedov's UFC 223 title victory in Brooklyn eight years ago. Bostanov recounted the Artem Lobov incident, where Ali Abdelaziz initially told him to stay away but Khabib welcomed him, saying "This is our guy, he's just doing his job." He described 20-30 Dagestanis gathering at the hotel ready 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, despite exhaustion, Khabib spent time with a crowd of well-wishers, took photos, and spoke with everyone including strangers on video calls. Bostanov emphasized that Khabib remained humble and approachable even after becoming champion, recalling how Khabib once offered him a ride in Moscow a year later.