Khabib and Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov (right)

By FCF Staff

Ahead of Khabib Nurmagomedov’s bout this Saturday with Justin Gaethje, BT Sports has released an animated tribute to the lightweight champ’s father, Abdulmanap.

The renowned coach passed away earlier this year at the age of 57, due to medical complications he suffered after contracting COVID-19.

From the mountains of Dagestan to UFC champion.

Whether in spirit, or in person, Abdulmanap was in Khabib's corner every step of the way.

"Father's plan" is not finished just yet. The job is not quite done…#UFC254 pic.twitter.com/iAGJJmrtXl

— UFC on BT Sport (@btsportufc) October 18, 2020

Nurmagomedov – Gaethje will headline UFC 254, which will take place on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi.