Several outlets reported that social media sensation Hasbulla signed a five-year deal with the UFC.
Hasbulla, 19, known as ‘Mini Khabib’ became viral due to his video content, sticker, and memes, and now he will follow in Khabib’s footsteps by having a role in the UFC.
Will Hasbulla become an MMA fighter?
No, Hasbulla won’t fight in the octagon. Nevertheless, he will be part of the UFC.
According to UFC insider Igor Lazorin, Hasbulla signed a five-year contract with the UFC. He will attend tournaments and have media activity as part of his role in the organization.
“Hasbulla signed a five-year contract with UFC! So far in the plan – attending tournaments, media activity,” Lazorin mentioned on Instagram.
“We will not talk about the amounts in detail, but there they are such that many fighters do not get that much. Hasbulla signed a 5-year contract with UFC! No fights yet, but…”
Dana White about Hasbulla
UFC chief Dana White met Hasbulla at UFC 267 in Abu Dhabi last October.
White is a fan of Hasbulla, However, he’s aware of the popularity that the Russian young man has on social media.
“So I’m going to tell you something. So the video that he sent saying ‘Dana White I’m coming to Abu Dhabi and UFC’, so when I posted that with me on the plane saying ‘I’m coming, it’s the biggest post that I’ve ever posted,” Dana White mentioned.
“I have 6.7 million followers on Instagram, 6.4 million people watched that video. Is that f***ing crazy?”
White knows that Hasbulla won’t fight during his first role at the UFC. Nevertheless, UFC’s chief will seek an opportunity to arrange combat.
“I love the kid. Is there more than a zero percent chance? Yes,” White mentioned when the media asked if Hasbulla could fight.
