“Conor vs Khabib 2” : Fans Predict The Eagle’s UFC Comeback Amidst Allegations of $3 Million Tax Fraud

Souvik Roy | 12/05/2024
“Conor vs Khabib 2” : Fans Predict The Eagle’s UFC Comeback Amidst Allegations of $3 Million Tax Fraud

Khabib Nurmagomedov might have retired from MMA years ago but a recent incident involving tax authorities has made fans hopeful about a comeback. A report from ‘Mash’ disclosed that the Russian authorities have accused ‘The Eagle’ of tax evasion.

This news sent shockwaves throughout the UFC community after several reports disclosed that ‘The Eagle’ will now have to pay a whopping 306 million rubles ($3.3M) as a result of these charges. According to these reports, the authorities have also frozen the accounts of the organizations run by Khabib.

A lot of fans perceived that Nurmagomedov wouldn’t be able to pay the amount due to his bank accounts being frozen. This has led to fan speculations that the Eagle could return to the octagon soon enough. And who would he fight if he were to actually return?

The answer is, of course, Conor McGregor. The two have had a heated rivalry for years. And even though the Dagestani fighter had defeated McGregor, the Irishman has always wanted payback. Fans have picked up on that and are now hoping, nay, praying for the Dagestani fighter’s return.

One such comment read, “Conor Vs Khabib 2”

 

Another follower believed the universe could do anything as long as it got Khabib back into the octagon. He said, “Anything that gets him fighting again. Conor vs Khabib 2 would be hilarious”

 

This fan simply speculated that the former lightweight champion was in need of some mint. He said, “Khabib versus Conor 2 incoming. Buddy needs a paycheck”

 

Another fan even created a poster of what he felt could be on the line now. His comment read, “Very soon”. 

 

Khabib has always maintained about fighting in the UFC for “legacy” instead of “money”. While this does paint the 35-year-old in a bad light, one would do well to note that these are still just accusations. 

That said, he could’ve definitely dealt with this situation better. And while fans are gunning for a return to the octagon, we should remember Islam Makhachev calls Nurmagomedov “rich guy”.

Khabib Nurmagomedov’s net worth means he doesn’t need a UFC comeback

The Eagle might have to sign a big cheque to pay the tax authorities back.

However, several sources reveal that he also boasts a net worth of $40M. So, even when he does pay $3.3 million, he will still have plenty left in the bank to live a very good life. There’s still the issue of his frozen assets but given that he is a figure of national importance, history suggests it should sort itself out.

 

 

 

      

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Souvik Roy

The coveted boxing bout between Lennox Lewis and Mike Tyson in 2002 was the first combat sports event that Souvik ever witnessed. However, he fell for the UFC when he knew about it in 2010. After starting as an occasional viewer back then, Souvik has been watching UFC events almost regularly from late 2017. He began his career as a UFC(MMA) and combat sports journalist in the year 2022 after gathering a lot of valuable knowledge about MMA and a few other combat sports disciplines. He has written more than 1300 articles about various UFC and other combat sports events prior to joining The SportsRush. Apart from being a journalist, Souvik is also an ardent fan of the UFC. Hence, he always looks to have conversations about the same with others. He has a deep affinity for striking part of MMA and other combat sports and Dustin ‘The Diamond’ Poirier is the warrior of his choice in the current UFC roster. Souvik also serves as the Lead Vocalist of a rock band during his time free from publishing reports.

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