Usman Nurmagomedov, the rising star in the world of mixed martial arts, is eagerly anticipating his Bellator 300 fight with the support and guidance of UFC legend Cain Velasquez as his corner man. Despite Velasquez’s ongoing criminal case, he has been granted permission by the courts to be by Nurmagomedov’s side on the big night. This development has brought great excitement to Nurmagomedov, who has been training alongside Velasquez at the American Kickboxing Academy in San Jose ahead of the match.
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Usman Nurmagomedov expresses his enthusiasm for having Cain Velasquez as his corner man in the upcoming Bellator 300 fight, despite Velasquez’s legal troubles.
The road to this anticipated fight has not been without uncertainties. Velasquez’s involvement was uncertain due to the pending criminal charges he is facing for an alleged incident involving someone accused of molesting one of his close relatives. However, according to MMAFighting.com, Velasquez has recently been given the green light by the courts to take part in Nurmagomedov’s championship tilt against Brent Primus in San Diego.
Nurmagomedov cannot contain his excitement about Velasquez’s participation. The young MMA star describes his teammate as someone who treats everyone the same, regardless of their fame or star status. Nurmagomedov also admires Velasquez’s humility, kindness, and family-oriented nature, making him an ideal mentor and corner man for such an important fight.
Cain Velasquez is not the only MMA legend supporting Nurmagomedov in his preparation for the match. His cousin, Khabib Nurmagomedov, has also been offering invaluable tips and advice to ensure Usman’s success in the ring.
The Bellator 300 card is set to begin at 7 PM PT, and fans are eagerly awaiting this highly anticipated showdown. With Cain Velasquez in his corner, Usman Nurmagomedov is ready to showcase his skills and make a statement in the world of MMA.
