Khabib Nurmagomedov, the undefeated UFC legend, stunned fans by rejecting a staggering $10 million offer from billionaire Elon Musk on June 10, 2025. The former lightweight champion, known for his principled stance, reportedly declined the proposal, stating, “Keep it and invest in something that will truly benefit people!” While details of the offer remain unclear, sources suggest Musk sought Khabib’s expertise for a high-profile project, possibly related to a combat sports event or training.

Musk’s reaction was swift and eccentric, posting on X: “Khabib’s got guts! I’ll double it for a cage match!” The cryptic response left Khabib speechless and ignited a social media frenzy. Fans praised Khabib’s integrity, with one X user commenting, “Khabib stays true” to his values, while others speculated about a potential Musk-Khabib showdown. This isn’t the first time Khabib has turned down Musk; in 2023, he declined to train the Tesla CEO for a rumored fight against Mark Zuckerberg, citing philosophical differences.

Khabib, with an estimated net worth of $45 million, has a history of rejecting massive offers, including $100 million to return to UFC. His focus remains on family, faith, having retired in 2020 after a 29-0 career. Meanwhile, Musk’s bold moves, including a recent $97.4 billion bid for OpenAI control, keep him in the spotlight. The exchange has fueled debates about Khabib’s legacy as a man of principle and Musk’s unpredictable persona. Stay tuned to ESPN for updates.