MMA community mourns death of Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov, father of UFC champ Khabib

On behalf of President Kerrith Brown, Board of Directors & the entire IMMAF family, we send our sincere and heartfelt condolences to the Nurmagomedov family.

Abdulmanap, 57; father of UFC champion Khabib Nurmagomedov, has passed away following complications with COVID-19. pic.twitter.com/Qp5Iv2vwBw

— IMMAF (@IMMAFed) July 3, 2020

Very sorry to hear of the passing of Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov. A genius of combat sports and absolute inspiration to so many up and coming fighters. Sadly only entering his prime of coaching such a loss and tragedy. RIP and best wishes to his family during this difficult time

— Coach Kavanagh (@John_Kavanagh) July 3, 2020

RIP Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov.
In my last fight in Russia the crowd started attacking the cage after I won,it was turning into a scary situation,my safety seemed in genuine danger.
Abdulmanap came into the cage & settled things very quickly.
He seemed like a great man.

— Peter Queally (@peterqueally) July 3, 2020

Sincerest condolences to @TeamKhabib.
RIP Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov.

— Jan Blachowicz (@JanBlachowicz) July 3, 2020

RIP Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov

— Dillon Danis (@dillondanis) July 3, 2020

Tributes rightfully pouring in for Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov. I had many positive & respectful, all be it brief, encounters both in & out of the UFC with him. A lot of respect my way. Condolences to Khabib & all of the family. RIP.

— Marc Goddard (@marcgoddard_uk) July 3, 2020

Deeply saddened to hear this news. My heart goes out to the ever-classy champion @TeamKhabib and his family. I’ll never forget that moment between father and son in the Octagon at UFC 242 last fall. https://t.co/ICDBq7C5zD

— Jon Anik (@Jon_Anik) July 3, 2020

Sending my condolences to those close to Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov. He appeared to be a father figure to many men. I learned about the hugely positive impact he had in Russian sports so he will be missed greatly. RIP https://t.co/Uolnp0h3yA

— John Gooden (@JohnGoodenUK) July 3, 2020

RIP Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov

My heart goes out to @TeamKhabib and the Nurmagomedov family

— Alistair Overeem (@Alistairovereem) July 3, 2020

The honored trainer of Russia Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov passed away. Nurmagomedov has raised a whole generation of champions and made an invaluable contribution to the development of mixed martial arts.

The entire ACA team expresses sincere condolences to the family and friends. pic.twitter.com/hH5oqymXbv

— ACAMMA (@ACA_League) July 3, 2020

So sad to hear about the passing of Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov, my condolences to @TeamKhabib and his family pic.twitter.com/4uQCExT8LB

— BossLogic (@Bosslogic) July 3, 2020

Whenever you hear Khabib speak, you know he believes in every word he says. When you hear him talk about loyalty, you know it’s important to him. The respect and loyalty Khabib showed to his father was a beautiful thing to see. Khabib never fought for the money or the fame. pic.twitter.com/OdF4o7nFym

— MMA History Today (@MMAHistoryToday) July 3, 2020

RIP Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov

Our sincerest condolences go out to the Nurmagomedov family

(Photo via @RTSportNews) pic.twitter.com/0UOdCEaAdb

— PFL MMA (@ProFightLeague) July 3, 2020

RIP Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov https://t.co/sS18UlqmaY

— Jamahal Hill UFC (@JamahalH) July 3, 2020

We were deeply saddened by the news of Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov passing.
KSW Federation sends sincere condolences to the whole @TeamKhabib family.

— KSW (@KSW_MMA) July 3, 2020

Awful news. Rest in power Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov. Thoughts are with @TeamKhabib and all his loved ones.

— player/coach (@CMPunk) July 3, 2020

Condolences to @TeamKhabib and the Nurmagomedov family. Tragic loss of a great coach and mentor to so many. Rip

— Sayif Saud (@sayif_saud) July 3, 2020

So heartbreaking to hear this news of the Legend Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov. I’m very sorry @TeamKhabib You’re dad passed with a heart full of pride knowing you will carry on his legacy.

— Justin Gaethje (@Justin_Gaethje) July 3, 2020

I just woke up to this news. It’s something I wasn’t expecting to hear. Life is something that will certainly end for us all and we shouldn’t be surprised by that, but what makes that reality all to Painful is when people you admire or know leave this earth way before you Expect pic.twitter.com/1drYsfgJlY

— Anatomy of a Fighter (@WillHarrisAOAF) July 3, 2020

الحمدلله القائل: “كل من عليها فان ويبقى وجه ربك ذو الجلال والإكرام”.

أسأل الله أن يتغمد الفقيد بواسع رحمته، وأن يرزق قلوبكم المؤمنة بقضاء الله وقدره الصبر والسلوان رغم بالغ الحزن والأسى، وأن يجمعنا بأحبابنا في جنات النعيم.

إنا جميعاً لله، وإنا إليه راجعون. pic.twitter.com/xmQd3h5h58

— Ali Abdelaziz (@AliAbdelaziz00) July 3, 2020