Tony Ferguson slams Khabib Nurmagomedov After Recent Comments-"Coward like chicken"

In a fiery social media exchange, Tony Ferguson recently took aim at his longtime rival, Khabib Nurmagomedov. The former UFC lightweight champion didn’t hold back, calling Nurmagomedov a “coward like chicken” and reigniting their feud.

The tension between the two fighters has a storied history. Despite multiple attempts by the UFC to schedule a bout between them, unforeseen circumstances always got in the way—ranging from last-minute injuries to a global pandemic. However, Nurmagomedov’s recent comments during an interview sparked Ferguson’s heated response. The Russian fighter had claimed that Ferguson would need a “lucky punch” to defeat him, emphasizing his confidence in their hypothetical matchup.

🦅 Khabib Nurmagomedov claims he was upset he never got to face Tony Ferguson but thinks the only way he’d win is from a lucky punch.
“My game is worse for him, he doesn’t have wrestling, grappling so what’s he gonna do with me? How’s he gonna stop me? Only chance he’d have to… pic.twitter.com/ZfhE9W18QV
— Home of Fight (@Home_of_Fight) August 26, 2024

Tony Ferguson Fires Back at Khabib Nurmagomedov

Ferguson, never one to shy away from confrontation, fired back on Instagram. He accused Nurmagomedov of ducking him throughout their careers and expressed his belief that he could have ended the undefeated streak of “The Eagle.” His choice of words was direct and unapologetic, leaving no doubt about his feelings toward his rival.

The saga between Tony Ferguson and Khabib Nurmagomedov continues to captivate MMA fans, even after Nurmagomedov’s retirement. While their paths may never intersect inside the octagon, their verbal sparring remains as intense as ever. Whether it’s a lucky punch or sheer skill, the debate rages on, and fans eagerly await any further developments in this heated rivalry.