"This is the Russian citizenship test" - Fans react to boxer Arslanbek Makhmudov wrestling with a bear in a forest just like Khabib Nurmagomedov did

Heavyweight contender Arslanbek Makhmudov has taken his training to a new level by wrestling a bear in the Canadian mountains. The 35-year-old boxer is looking to rebound from two consecutive knockout losses and believes that unconventional training methods will help him regain his form.

Mahmudov's decision to wrestle a bear draws parallels to the childhood experiences of former UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov, who also engaged in similar activities. Nurmagomedov has often spoken about how his encounters with bears helped him develop resilience and toughness.

Check out Makhmudov wrestling a bear in the clip below:

While Makhmudov's bear wrestling skills may not be quite on par with Nurmagomedov's, fans have been quick to react to the video with humor and admiration. One fan jokingly commented:

"This is the Russian citizenship test right here."

Another wrote:

“Average Russian activity”

Check out some of the fan reactions below:

Fans react to Makhmudov wrestling a bear

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Arslanbek Makhmudov's coach on his pupil's preparedness for a comeback from two stoppage losses

Arslanbek Makhmudov is undergoing a grueling training regimen as he prepares for his return to the ring following two consecutive stoppage losses. The 35-year-old is determined to prove his mettle and regain his momentum in the division.

His trainer, Renat Shamilev has issued a warning to the heavyweight champions, Anthony Joshua, Tyson Fury, and Francis Ngannou:

“My brother Arslanbek Makhmudov is back to basics. “He is training in the mountains with hungry predators. That’s what our illustrious ancestors did! This brought him to the top once and will bring him a second time. Anthony Joshua, Tyson Fury, and Francis Ngannou, you better finish your career soon, as Arslanbek is coming for you!”[H/t: WBN]

This heavyweight boxer has an impressive record of 19 wins, with 18 of them being knockouts. He’s only lost twice in his professional entire career so far.