D. Cormier praises K. Chimaev. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram @dc_mma
It's hard to deny that when Khamzat Shimaev fight, the world surrenders to him. If the Swede, who made his first appearance in the UFC on Ilha da Luta, in July 2020, became a sensation and became one of the favorite athletes of Dana White, president of the UFC, after knocking out Gerald meerschaert, in 17 seconds, in UFC Las Vegas 11, has another important figure on its team: Daniel Cormier.
By participating in the program Cormier DC & Helwani, on American ESPN, the organization's former light heavyweight (93kg) and heavyweight (120,2kg) champion showed all his excitement when analyzing Chimaev. The former fighter and current commentator considers the Swede to be different from other athletes and predicted that he will become champion of two categories in 2021.
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“I'm driving the hype train! Before, I didn't know who Chimaev was, and in just three fights, I know who he is! The UFC wanted to schedule two fights for him because they consider him special. Chimaev showed this and you know what is most impressive? He's a welterweight! In 2021, Chimaev will be fighting for the belt and will be champion. In 2021, Chimaev will be UFC welterweight and middleweight champion. I love Adesanya, but the kid moves up and down the ranks to face anyone. After what I saw, Chimaev is going to the moon. He has the mentality focused on fighting and all the physical condition to dominate two categories. Chimaev is real!” said Cormier.
With three wins in three UFC appearances, Cormier wants to see Chimaev against better athletes, as he considers him ready. In fact, 'DC' named an ideal opponent to test the promise of MMA.
“Do you want to see Chimaev tested? Honestly, he won't be tested until he reaches the top. Who should Chimaev face now? He is close to entering the rankings and I would like to see him against one of the best fighters. Pick a top-10 for him, like Neil Magny. Himself!” he concluded.
Undefeated in MMA, Khamzat Shimaev He won the nine fights he had in his career via the fast track, six by knockout and three by submission. The athlete, just 26 years old, debuted for the UFC in July 2020, on Ilha da Luta, in Abu Dhabi, and has already competed in three fights for the organization, winning performance bonuses in all appearances. It's worth remembering that, in addition to his achievements, Chimaev's numbers in Dana White's organization are impressive. In the three fights, the athlete was so dominant that he dealt 190 blows and suffered only two.
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