The post-fight atmosphere at UFC 321 was electrifying—not just for the bantamweight bout, but also for a family reunion of sorts. Umar Nurmagomedov ‘s successful return sparked high hopes, with cousin Usman Nurmagomedov by his side to provide calm amid the chaos. And while Umar won a unanimous decision over Mario Bautista , behind the scenes, Dana White ‘s recent words have put the spotlight on Usman, as his words foreshadowed some swift changes in the Nurmagomedovs’ UFC future.

Umar Nurmagomedov’s fight with Bautista was anything but smooth sailing. In the early rounds, he tested Bautista’s ground defense before facing a dangerous toe hold that threatened to derail his performance. Even in the second round, Bautista’s heavy knee rocked him, causing a scramble that may have change

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