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Khabib's weakness going backwards
2:04:12 - 2:08:59 (04:46)
Khabib's ability to fight going forward is very strong, but he struggles when moving backwards. However, he has good match tactics to keep the fight on the fence for significant periods of time.
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Despite fighting in different weight classes, Georges St-Pierre and Khabib Nurmagomedov share similar strengths, including their striking power on the ground.
2:04:12 - 2:05:45 (01:33)
Summary
Despite fighting in different weight classes, Georges St-Pierre and Khabib Nurmagomedov share similar strengths, including their striking power on the ground. While St-Pierre is known for his takedowns, Nurmagomedov's great strength is keeping his opponents down, making for an interesting clash if the two were to fight.
ChapterKhabib's weakness going backwards
Episode#260 – Georges St-Pierre, John Danaher & Gordon Ryan: The Greatest of All Time
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
A breakdown of Khabib's fighting style reveals that he is stronger at fighting advancing forward than moving backwards, and he tends to push opponents to the fence to use match tactics.
2:05:45 - 2:08:59 (03:13)
Summary
A breakdown of Khabib's fighting style reveals that he is stronger at fighting advancing forward than moving backwards, and he tends to push opponents to the fence to use match tactics. His skill level on the ground is superior to that of standing position fighters.