McGregor ‘praying’ for Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov's recovery

Irish fighter Conor McGregor has wished a speedy recovery to the father of UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov, Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov, and revealed he is "praying" for the family.

McGregor tweeted: "Praying for the recovery of Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov. A man responsible for more world champions, across multiple fighting disciplines, than we even know. A true martial genius! Very saddened upon hearing this news tonight."

"Praying for the Nurmagomedov family at this time," he added.

Abdulmanap is in a critical condition and was placed in a coma after suffering complications with pneumonia.