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Khabib Maps Islam's Return and Says PFL Eyes Three-Fight Deal for Usman in 2026

Coach Khabib revealed that the UFC welterweight champion will resume training after Ramadan (Feb and March) and target a summer return. “Islam’s gonna come back around June, July… After Ramadan, he will fight,” he said. Khabib also claimed PFL will offer the unbeaten lightweight champ, and his cousin, Usman Nurmagomedov (21-0), three fights in 2026, as his contract nears its end.