Joe Rogan Experience #2569 - Bill Thompson · Aired Oct 21, 2026
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Khabib Nurmagomedov never attempted a takedown in the round Conor McGregor won at UFC 229.
The finding
What the evidence shows
Joe confuses attempts with completed takedowns. UFC's contemporary round-three report says McGregor defended Nurmagomedov's first takedown attempt. An unsuccessful attempt is still an attempt. This directly contradicts "never shot for a takedown"; it does not establish why Nurmagomedov chose any particular pace or tactic.
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Quick answer
Is it true that Khabib Nurmagomedov never attempted a takedown in the round Conor McGregor won at UFC 229?
No, not as stated. Joe confuses attempts with completed takedowns. UFC's contemporary round-three report says McGregor defended Nurmagomedov's first takedown attempt. Joe Rogan said it (matched by voice) on Joe Rogan Experience #2569 - Bill Thompson, aired Oct 21, 2026, at 1:55:22. The supporting source is ufc.com, linked below.
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