Khabib Nurmagomedov Has a Message For Cain Velasquez Amidst His Legal Battle

Khabib's Message to Cain Velasquez

Cain Velasquez is a two time UFC Heavyweight champion.

The former champion was arrested earlier this year for an alleged murder attempt.

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But Velasquez was denied of the bail yet again.

Khabib Nurmagomedov earlier shared a heartfelt message for his fellow fighter ahead of the hearing - "We love you Cain, you are the best." Many came in support of the former champion.

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He also shared a picture of them with Daniel Cormier on his instagram to take part in the mass movement #FreeCain.

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Khabib's Message to Cain Velasquez

Cain Velasquez is a two time UFC Heavyweight champion.

The former champion was arrested earlier this year for an alleged murder attempt.

But Velasquez was denied of the bail yet again.

He also shared a picture of them with Daniel Cormier on his instagram to take part in the mass movement #FreeCain.

The pair shares a great bond and were teammates in AKA (American Kickboxing Academy) back in the days.

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