UFC Star Khabib Nurmagomedov’s gym in Dagestan was stormed by Russian security forces on Friday, June 28th. This dramatic raid comes just days after a horrific terror attack on religious institutions in the region.
The gym, named after Nurmagomedov’s late father and coach Abdulmanap, was surrounded by armed officers according to footage circulating in Russian media.
The raid’s motive? According to Sports Politika, one of the attackers involved in the recent bombings trained at this very gym. The attacks tragically claimed the lives of at least 21 people, including police officers and a priest.
Law enforcement reportedly questioned those at the gym for two days, identifying several fighters potentially connected to the extremist attacker.
This raid highlights the heightened tensions following the deadly attacks, raising questions about potential connections between the gym and the extremist group.
UFC Star Khabib Nurmagomedov Gym Stormed After Terrorist Link Emerges
- Khabib Nurmagomedov’s gym in Dagestan faced a raid by Russian security forces following a deadly terror attack on religious sites.
- The attacker, Gadzhimurad Kagirov, a former MMA fighter with ties to Nurmagomedov’s gym, trained there briefly before the attacks.
- Nurmagomedov denies any significant association with Kagirov, claiming he only trained at the gym for a short period.
- The raid highlights broader concerns. Other MMA gyms are facing scrutiny, and authorities are investigating the potential link between MMA fighters and extremist ideologies.
- This is not the first time Nurmagomedov’s circle has raised eyebrows. He was previously pictured with a wanted extremist.
- Legal troubles including tax evasion further complicate his relationship with the Russian government.