Azamat Bostanov recalls Khabib's graciousness after UFC 223 title win

MMA manager Azamat Bostanov shared detailed memories from Khabib Nurmagomedov's UFC 223 championship victory in Brooklyn eight years ago. Bostanov recounted interviewing Artem Lobov after the famous confrontation with Khabib, which initially upset manager Ali Abdelaziz, but Khabib intervened saying Bostanov was "our guy just doing his work." He described 20-30 Dagestanis gathering at the hotel ready to protect Khabib from potential Conor McGregor provocations. Bostanov revealed that Zabit Magomedsharipov broke two fingers during warmups but fought anyway to avoid being pulled by the athletic commission. After the victory, Khabib's hotel floor was packed with people, many of whom he didn't know, yet he graciously took photos, spoke with everyone, and even fielded video calls from strangers' relatives. A year later, Khabib randomly spotted Bostanov on the street and offered him a ride, demonstrating his continued humble nature despite championship status.