5 of former UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov's teammates who can be just as dominant as him

#2. Umar Nurmagomedov - UFC bantamweight

The only current undefeated Nurmagomedov competing within the UFC, Umar Nurmagomedov, seems destined for greatness. Having made his UFC debut at the start of 2021, Umar Nurmagomedov looks set to become one of the year's breakout stars.

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However, injuries have hampered his progression, and it appears he will be out until 2022. Umar is still a fighter to watch out for though. He currently holds a 13-0 record, having competed in a number of promotions outside the UFC, including the PFL.

When Umar's UFC debut came around in January 2021, he instantly made his mark, submitting the experienced Sergey Morozov in the second round. If he is able to avoid sustaining any more injuries, Umar Numragomedov could easily ascend to the 135lb rankings in 2022.

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#1. Islam Makhachev - UFC lightweight

The man who looks most likely to replicate Khabib Nurmagomedov's dominance in MMA is, of course, Islam Makhachev. A close friend and teammate of Khabib's, Makhachev has picked things up where Khabib left off, having blitzed through the UFC's lightweight division.

Just like Ulanbekov and Tukhugov, Makhachev competed at UFC 267. Out of the three men, it was his performance that captured the headlines like no other. He took on No.6-ranked Dan Hooker, a man who has gone five rounds with the likes of Dustin Poirier and Paul Felder.

However, against Makhachev, 'The Hangman' did not get out of the first round. Makhachev took him down, and swiftly locked in a kimura. The effortless nature of Makhachev's win was nothing short of amazing, and he appears guaranteed a number one contender shot next.

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