Rustam Habil - Dagestan "tiger" caged octagon

Rustam Habil - Russian representative of mixed martial arts. In its active titles of the champion of Russia and the World in combat sambo, a gold medal in the championship of Eurasia (dogfight), the victory in the competition of the Russian capital (pankration).

Rustam Habil: biography, nationality

He was born November 4, 1986 in the village of Goksuv-flocks Khasavyurt district of Dagestan ASSR, by nationality - Kumyk. As a child, like all boys, the future champion spent much time on the street. Most fathers gave sons to engage in wrestling, but there was no gym in his native village. Rustam peers went to the shore of the river, and there, on the sand, which acts as a mat, spent his wrestling matches. To become the best, he had himself practiced blows on a makeshift punching bag made out of the bag.

The path to success

In 13 years, Rustam took part in the official competition - it was the championship of Dagestan in Wushu Sanda. His debut was very successful: he went into the semifinal of the tournament, but for health reasons (there were problems with breathing due to colds) was not able to show a good result. Nevertheless champion character showed itself already at such a young age - a match for the third place he won.

Rustam Habil - Dagestan

After high school, he decided to continue his education in Makhachkala Automobile and Road College. During this period, Rustam began to seriously engage in combat sports under the guidance Abdulmanap Nurmagomedova and his son Habib, who is also a fighter in mixed martial arts, he is friends to this day. Cooperation with the coach led to the league title in combat sambo. Currently Rustam Habil acts as the UFC, he lives in Albuquerque, USA. His acting coach - Greg Jackson.

The beginning of the professional career

Rustam stepped onto the path of mixed martial arts in 2007: a fight with Bagautdin Abbasov ended in his favor. For four consecutive seasons, he was able to get the victory in 11 matches in a row. The first defeat was waiting in the fight with Ruslan Khaskhanov. This memorable battle, in spite of the following 3 win over other contenders, pushed Habilova at check in Albuquerque to the famous coach Greg Jackson MMA. working with a new coach time benefited - increased level of sportsmanship Rustam, which led to participate in the tournament Mixed Martial Arts.

Rustam Habil - Dagestan

the UFC Fighter

From Dec. 2012 Rustam Habil is a fighter Ultimate Fighting Championship (in translation from English - Absolute Fighting Championship). UFC fights are very popular all over the world: the fights are shown in 130 countries, tournaments are held not only in the US but also in Germany, Australia, Ireland, United Arab Emirates. Organizers plan to hold Eventov (events) in Japan, China, Mexico, Afghanistan and the Philippines. UFC octagon is a symbol - the octagon, cage, in which fights occur.

Rustam Habil - Dagestan

Start a fighter's career appeared to Rustam very successful: in the first fight, he knocked out the US representative Vince Pishola, four months later, followed by an unconditional victory over Yancy Meneyrosom, even six - was defeated Jorge Masvidal. In 2014 and 2015 Habil learned from bitter defeats Benson Henderson and Adriano Martins. Well, there is no victory without losses. Making conclusions for themselves, Rustam brilliantly spent last season - four Victoria unanimous decision! In their battle the Dagestan "tiger" actively uses the techniques of combat sambo, wrestling, pankration. The extent of his skill proves the existence of black belt gaydodzhitsu.

Success Secrets

Performances in competitions show a tenth part of the life of an athlete. The lion's share of the work schedule of any athlete is necessary to train. In order to always be in good shape, you need to constantly deal with. One of the components of his success Rustam Habil said that in his youth he was in good hands. Head teacher, who has put his technique as a fighter, Dagestan "tiger" believes Abdulmanap Nurmagomedova who was able to bring many of the world champions in combat sambo. Rustam thank my coach for the experience he got engaged in the same room with the recognized masters of their craft.

Rustam Habil - Dagestan

The first rule of any successful athlete is a discipline. During his career, Habil used to come first in the gym and the last to leave. Due to permanent employment Rustam demonstrates excellent physical shape: he easily pushed away from the floor 70 times, from the beams - 50. In order to achieve a good result, you need to work hard and overcome their weaknesses.

The key to a successful match Habil admits the mood for a fight - the fight against a strong opponent he considers a good test and a chance to prove himself.

Rustam Habil: personal life

Of course, constant training and competition occupy a large part of the athlete's time. But each man, Rustam dreamed of a strong family, a son, who will be able to share their experiences. All our plans to become a reality - in 2016 he married the beautiful and modest girl, and after a time the coveted born heir.

Rustam Habil - Dagestan

On many images, which can be found at various sports sites, we see a formidable fighter - Rustam Habil. Photo with his wife shows him with an unknown party - happy man, with a smile, looking into the future.

Work schedule does not allow him to see his family often, especially since the wife and child are at home. But they are sensitive to the selected Rustam case and strongly support his way fighter UFC.