Irish featherweight Nathan Kelly is set to face Akhmed Magomedov at the PFL Champions Series in Dubai, part of an event showcasing Ireland vs. Russia matchups. Kelly acknowledges a historical rivalry stemming from notable figures like Conor McGregor and Khabib Nurmagomedov, contributing to the excitement of the event. He expresses a strong desire to represent Ireland and underscores the pride both nations hold in their fighters. Additionally, Kelly's travel arrangements to Dubai became favorable after an earlier visit to see his girlfriend, allowing him to extend his stay for the fight.
I think there’s kind of been a natural, unspoken rivalry between the Irish and the Russians. The PFL and Bellator have seen the opportunity to market it this way.
There is national pride there, they don’t want to lose to us Irish, we don’t want to lose to them Russians, so you can guarantee both counties will be trying to do their best to win.
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