Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov: A Legacy Forged Through Coaching Champions
Abdulmanap Magomedovich Nurmagomedov (1962 - 2020) was a highly respected Russian military veteran, former judoka, and combat sports coach. He earned recognition in the Russian Book of Records as the country's most successful combat sambo coach. This article explores the life and legacy of Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov, focusing on his background, coaching career, and the notable students he trained.
Early Life and Background
An ethnic Avar, Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov was born in the village of Sildi, Tsumadinsky District. In 1987, he graduated from the Poltava University of Economics and Trade with a degree in accounting and economics. He started his sporting career with freestyle wrestling, a common pursuit for children in Dagestan. He had two sons, Magomed and Khabib, and one daughter, Amina.
Coaching Career and Achievements
Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov's influence extended far beyond his personal athletic endeavors. His coaching prowess transformed the landscape of combat sports, particularly in the realm of mixed martial arts (MMA). His first significant achievement as a coach came when his brother, Nurmagomed Nurmagomedov, secured a victory at the World Sambo Championship for Ukraine's national team in 1992.
He was the head of Eagles MMA. In November 2016, Eagles MMA was founded by MMA fighter, Khabib Nurmagomedov and businessman, Ziyavudin Magomedov who was owner of the Summa Group. Nurmagomedov took the role of president and would be the one managing the organization.
Notable Students of Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov
Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov's dedication and coaching acumen produced a stable of world-class fighters. Some of his most prominent students include:
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Khabib Nurmagomedov: The former UFC Lightweight Champion, Khabib is arguably Abdulmanap's most famous student. Khabib retired with an undefeated record of 29-0, solidifying his place as one of the greatest MMA fighters of all time.
Islam Makhachev: Following in Khabib's footsteps, Islam Makhachev has also achieved significant success in the UFC. He is the current UFC Welterweight Champion and former UFC Lightweight Champion.
Sultan Aliev: A two-time FIAS Combat Sambo World Champion, Aliev represents the success Abdulmanap had in the realm of Sambo, showcasing his ability to train champions across different combat sports.
Rustam Khabilov: Khabilov has competed in Bellator and the UFC, demonstrating Abdulmanap's ability to prepare fighters for success in major MMA promotions.
Umar Nurmagomedov: Continuing the Nurmagomedov family legacy, Umar competes in the UFC Bantamweight division.
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Eagles MMA and Ziyavudin Magomedov
Eagles MMA is a Russian mixed martial arts (MMA) organization that provides training and management services to fighters. In November 2016, Eagles MMA was founded by MMA fighter, Khabib Nurmagomedov and billionaire businessman, Ziyavudin Magomedov who was owner of the Summa Group. Magomedov had taken an interest in martial arts where previously he invested in Russian MMA promotion, Fight Nights Global, attempted to buy the UFC for $4 billion USD as well as funded Nurmagomedov by paying for his back surgery to be performed in Germany in 2017 as well as covering the majority of his expenses during training camps. Magomedov was hoping to build an MMA brand that would expand globally. Nurmagomedov took the role of president and would be the one managing the organization.
In March 2018, Magomedov was arrested while preparing to travel to the United States. He was charged with racketeering, embezzlement, and establishing an organized crime group. He had been suspected for years of embezzling money from various projects which include the construction of a stadium in Kaliningrad for the 2018 FIFA World Cup. An investigator stated fighters from Eagles MMA acted as security for Magomedov which made it difficult to carry out investigations but Magomedov denied this stating the organization had nothing to do with his security.
A few weeks later after the arrest, at UFC 223 after winning the UFC Lightweight Championship, Nurmagomedov in his post-fight interview pleaded to Russian president Vladimir Putin to help Magomedov.
In December 2018, Eagles MMA executive, Denis Klopnev was arrested in absentia for the attempted murder of fighter Shamil Kuramagomedov and was placed on the international wanted list. In addition, several other Eagles MMA staff as well as fighters were also arrested in absentia for being suspected of being involved in the alleged attack. A group of fighters affiliated with Eagles MMA and Summa Group allegedly attacked Kuramagomedov where he was hospitalized with a concussion, a traumatic brain injury, and a broken nose. However, Kuramagomedov did not report the assault to the police.
In June 2024, Eagles MMA was a subject of investigation by the Federal Security Service after one of the perpetrators of the 2024 Dagestan attack, Gadzhimurad Kagirov was said to be linked to Eagles MMA.
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Health and Death
At the end of April 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic in Russia, Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov was hospitalized in the 2nd city hospital of Makhachkala with bilateral pneumonia caused by COVID-19. Having been taken to Moscow in early May on a private jet, his condition rapidly worsened, and he died there on 3 July 2020, from COVID complications.
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