A charge of fan fraud has been leveled against Khabib Nurmagomedov, who is currently enjoying his retirement from mixed martial arts. Fans did not exactly welcome the former UFC lightweight champion’s new affiliation with the initiative called “Gameplan” when it was recently introduced.
The former lightweight champion announced his retirement from the UFC in 2020, yet the unbeaten fighter carried on with the sport by working as a promoter following his retirement. The Eagle recently shared a clip of “Gameplan Metaverse” that generated discussion among MMA fans.
At the Gameplan we are not only creating fun interaction between fans and athletes but we want to empower fans and give them a voice in sports! Big news soon Inshallah!@meta_gameplan pic.twitter.com/4E6ln06nrj
— khabib nurmagomedov (@TeamKhabib) May 8, 2023
How did fans react to Khabib Nurmagomedov’s ‘Gameplan’ project?
A fan comment that grabbed everyone’s attention when claimed he lost money spending on Khabib’s new venture as he said, “As an honest Khabib fan since 2013, I must sadly admit that he has indeed fallen off after I trusted him & lost $1,000. I will be tearing down my Khabib Nurmagomedov posters and will now replace them with ones of the superior Dagestani LW Champ from Makhachkala in Islam Makhachev. ”
“You here for money, I’m here for legacy”. Proceeds to colab with scams for money. Not looking good brav. ” said a user.
"You here for money, I'm here for legacy"
Proceeds to colab with scams for money.
Not looking good brav
— 5ilencer (@5ilencer) April 14, 2023
Ade, however, didn’t quite like the way people are reacting on The Dagestani fighter’s post as he said,” Man these comments are being too harsh on Khabib, i don’t think he has any intent to scam anyone but this doesn’t look good cuz people have been scammed with these for years.”
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Exciting news!
In the coming months, Khabib will be forming and leading the Gameplan… pic.twitter.com/9zd25izbwr
— Gameplan (@meta_gameplan) May 15, 2023
Saahil is considering the whole Gameplan idea as a mn NFT scam by saying, “At this point I am sure @TeamKhabib understands this NFT thing is a scam and is willingly on it. All his platitudes about religion and doing good as a Muslim ring hollow. What a fall my man is having, it is sad to see.”
Sun Jing Woo, another loyal fan of the former UFC lightweight king expressed his frustration at Khabib by saying,”Damn youre desperate for money my friend. Follow money! Keep following and you know where it will bring you.”
From a legend to lousy scammer… if he didnt had money i would understand, but he is rich, he just wants to scam people
— Vaders Purr (@VadersPurr) April 15, 2023
Vaders Purr clearly called The Eagle a scammer by staying, “From a legend to lousy scammer. If he didnt had money i would understand, but he is rich, he just wants to scam people.”
“Who advises him on this lmao. There is someone who convinced him to do all this shit.” another user commented.
Get ready to step into the ring with Khabib Nurmagomedov, the legendary MMA fighter from Dagestan!
With his grappling and punching skills, Khabib is a force to be reckoned with. And with his futuristic gadgets, such as his smart mouthpiece , AR contact lenses 👀, and gravity… pic.twitter.com/H8JzN3LAMI— Gameplan (@meta_gameplan) May 13, 2023
What is Gameplan?
As many suspected the project as a scam, NFT or something else. Fans may have a different opinions regarding it. However, according to Khabib it is just a way to strengthen the relationship between the fans and athletes.
Gameplan’s official account lately clarified what they are up to. According to them it is platform to give the sports lovers a unique experience. To promote their platform fron the beginning The Eagle has been working as a partner and brand ambassador.
“Gameplan is the first-ever sports metaverse, where fans can play games, create events, shop and meet their favourite athletes. Gamers can take part in a unique experience, attend events and purchase merchandise. It’s the ultimate extension of sports fandom.”
Signed gloves for my fans, follow my project @meta_gameplan to be the first to know the terms ! pic.twitter.com/I2t7QY1v1z
— khabib nurmagomedov (@TeamKhabib) March 24, 2023
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