Zayn Malik Writes 'Mashaallah' After Watching Khabib Nurmagomedov's Match, Netizens Go Crazy

Kapanlagi.com - The UFC (Mix Martial Arts) MMA match between Khabib Nurmagomedov and Justin Gaethje touched the hearts of fans. This is because it was Khabib's last match before he decided to retire.

On the other hand, Khabib himself is known as a devout Muslim fighter. It's no wonder that many fans are impressed with this figure, including Zayn Malik.

1. Impressed by Khabib

Former member of the band 1 Direction and also the boyfriend of Gigi Hadid, Zayn Malik expressed his admiration for Khabib Nurmagomedov on his Twitter account. He didn't write much, Zayn simply mentioned 'mashallah'.

"@UFC mashallah Khabib," Zayn Malik wrote on his Twitter, Sunday (25/10/2020).

2. Netizens React

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This tweet from Zayn Malik immediately caused a stir among netizens. The reason being that this father of one child just tweeted those words for the first time. And because of that, many netizens assume that Khabib reminded Zayn that he is a Muslim.

"Mashallah @zaynmalik may ur Iman bring you closer to Allah," wrote the account @ArabicanPrince in English.

3. Not a Muslim

Many assume that Zayn Malik is a Muslim. However, Zayn himself has denied being a Muslim.

In an interview with British Vogue, the 27-year-old singer even refused to be referred to as a Muslim.

"Honestly, I have never been open about my beliefs all this time. I have never declared myself as a Muslim," said Gigi Hadid's boyfriend.

When asked if he wanted to be called a Muslim, Zayn answered briefly, "No, I don't."

(kpl/dwn)