Ex-UFC Champion Claims Umar Nurmagomedov Does Not Deserve Title Shot

In the ever-competitive world of UFC, the debate over who deserves a title shot is always a hot topic. Recently, former UFC flyweight champion Deiveson Figueiredo voiced his opinion on the matter, specifically targeting Umar Nurmagomedov. According to Figueiredo, Nurmagomedov, despite his impressive record and lineage, does not yet deserve a title shot in the bantamweight division.

Deiveson Figueiredo’s Perspective

Deiveson Figueiredo, who has successfully transitioned to the bantamweight division, believes that Umar Nurmagomedov needs to prove himself further before getting a shot at the title. Figueiredo argues that the division is stacked with talent and that Nurmagomedov has not yet faced enough top-tier opponents to warrant a title fight. He suggests that other fighters, including himself, have demonstrated more consistent performances against higher-ranked opponents.

Deiveson Figueiredo says Umar Nurmagomedov is undeserving of UFC title shot
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The Case Against Umar Nurmagomedov

Umar Nurmagomedov, cousin of the legendary Khabib Nurmagomedov, has been making waves in the UFC with his undefeated record. However, critics like Figueiredo point out that his victories have come against relatively lower-ranked fighters. They argue that while Nurmagomedov’s potential is undeniable, he needs to face and defeat more established names in the division to truly earn a title shot.

The bantamweight division is one of the most competitive in the UFC, with fighters like Aljamain Sterling, Petr Yan, and Merab Dvalishvili all vying for the top spot. Figueiredo’s comments come at a time when the division is experiencing a surge of talent and exciting matchups. He believes that granting a title shot to Nurmagomedov at this stage would be premature and unfair to other fighters who have been battling top contender.