Usman Nurmagomedov issues statement, says 'calm down' after UFC Shanghai cage-rush

After UFC Shanghai on Saturday, Usman Nurmagomedov rushed into the cage following his brother Umar Nurmagomedov's knockout loss to Song Yadong, leaping over cousins Khabib and Abubakar and colliding with Yadong in the process, nearly striking him with a spinning back elbow. The incident drew widespread criticism from viewers. On Sunday, Usman posted a statement on Instagram defending his actions as an emotional brotherly response, dismissing critics as 'spiteful, petty, and envious' and urging people to 'calm down.'