The famous Russian MMA fighter Alexander Shlemenko believes that Conor McGregor gave impetus to the growth of Khabib Nurmagomedov's popularity overseas.
“I agree that Conor gave the impetus to Khabib. Now, after their fight, they are probably both popular in America. Khabib became very popular after this fight precisely because there was a brawl after the bout itselt. America has not seen such a thing..." Shlemenko said.