Jake Paul explains Khabib's role in Usman Nurmagomedov's PFL title moment
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 1:52 AM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
Jake Paul discussed Khabib Nurmagomedov’s decision to place the PFL belt on Usman Nurmagomedov after his successful title defense against Archie Colgan at UBS Arena in Long Island, New York. Paul clarified that he had instructed Khabib to perform the gesture and expressed that he does not seek attention as a promoter. Following his victory, Usman Nurmagomedov, now 22-0, has reportedly exhausted his PFL contract, leading to speculation about a potential UFC move, although the recent MVP-PFL merger may influence his future.
- •Usman Nurmagomedov won with a knockout against Archie Colgan.
- •Khabib Nurmagomedov placed the PFL belt on Usman post-fight.
- •Jake Paul emphasized he wanted Khabib to handle the belt presentation.
- •Usman Nurmagomedov's contract with PFL is reportedly fulfilled.
- •MVP-PFL merger could affect Usman's future in MMA.
- 1:52 AMYahoo Sports — Jake Paul reveals why Khabib Nurmagomedov put PFL belt on Usman
"Jake Paul claims he never planned to put the Professional Fighters League belt around Usman Nurmagomedov.
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