Usman Nurmagomedov reveals what’s most important to his future as he approaches free agency
Usman Nurmagomedov is entering the final fight of his current PFL contract. Islam Makhachev believes Nurmagomedov should join the UFC for better competition despite likely earning less money. Nurmagomedov is currently focused on his upcoming title defense against Archie Colgan.
What changed
New reports detail specific pay discrepancies between the PFL and UFC and confirm Nurmagomedov's upcoming fight against Archie Colgan.
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Usman Nurmagomedov Faces Pay Tradeoff Ahead of Free Agency
confidence 90%Usman Nurmagomedov is entering the final fight of his current PFL contract. Islam Makhachev believes Nurmagomedov should join the UFC for better competition despite likely earning less money. Nurmagomedov is currently focused on his upcoming title defense against Archie Colgan.
What's confirmed:
- Islam Makhachev believes Usman Nurmagomedov would face a pay cut by signing with the UFC.
- Nurmagomedov is scheduled for a PFL title defense against Archie Colgan.
- Nurmagomedov is on the final fight of his current contract.
Still unconfirmed:
- Nurmagomedov would earn half his PFL purse if he signs with the UFC.
- Nurmagomedov will move to the UFC after winning in July.
- Nurmagomedov may need a serious UFC offer before leaving PFL after his July 31 title defense.
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Usman Nurmagomedov Weighs UFC Move Against PFL Paydays
confidence 90%Usman Nurmagomedov is considering a move to the UFC for better competition. Islam Makhachev suggests the PFL provides larger payouts than the UFC might offer. Nurmagomedov previously avoided the UFC while Makhachev held the division title.
What's confirmed:
- Islam Makhachev believes Usman Nurmagomedov should join the UFC for tougher competition.
- Usman Nurmagomedov previously declined a UFC move because Islam Makhachev was the division champion.
Still unconfirmed:
- The UFC may not offer enough money to lure Nurmagomedov away from the PFL.
- PFL offers significantly bigger paydays than the UFC.
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Islam Makhachev Urges Usman Nurmagomedov to Join UFC
confidence 70%Usman Nurmagomedov is approaching the end of his PFL contract. Islam Makhachev has suggested the fighter leave PFL for the UFC. Nurmagomedov has previously cited legacy and money as his top priorities.
Still unconfirmed:
- Islam Makhachev suggested Usman Nurmagomedov move to the UFC.
- Usman Nurmagomedov has discussed his potential MMA future ahead of his next PFL fight.
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Usman Nurmagomedov Prioritizes Legacy and Money Ahead of Free Agency
confidence 90%Usman Nurmagomedov is entering the final fight of his PFL contract against Archie Colgan. He has identified legacy as his primary priority and money as his second. PFL leadership has indicated they will not force a contract extension.
What's confirmed:
- Usman Nurmagomedov is on the final fight of his PFL contract.
- Nurmagomedov is scheduled to fight Archie Colgan.
- Nurmagomedov stated that legacy is the most important thing and money is second.
- PFL CEO John Martin will not force a contract extension on Nurmagomedov.
Still unconfirmed:
- Nurmagomedov may move to the UFC after his New York fight.
- Nurmagomedov maintains a great relationship with the PFL.