G. Durinho (right) and K. Chimaev (left) face each other in the UFC 273. Photo: SUPER FIGHTS montage
Tough fight, but with a big favorite. This is the thought of Michael Bisping for the long-awaited confrontation between Gilbert Durinho e Khamzat Shimaev, which takes place this Saturday (9), at UFC 273. A commentator for the organization, the former fighter sees a technical duel between two MMA stars and understands that, when the lights go out, the Swede will win.
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“Durinho x Chimaev will be a very tough fight, but I give the advantage to Khamzat. The most interesting thing will be wrestling (from the Swede) against jiu-jitsu (from Gilbert). Chimaev will need to work on his ground defense, but won't he throw Gilbert and say: 'Fuck you, I'm going to fight like this!'?” highlighted Bisping, on his channel on YouTube.
Former UFC middleweight champion (up to 83,9kg) and currently working as a commentator, Michael also amplified the importance of a victory for the Swede this weekend. For the Englishman, triumphing in the most important challenge of his career to date will seal his pupil's passport to a title fight.
“My guess is that Khamzat wins and faces the winner of Kamaru Usman e Leon edwards”, ended.
This Saturday, Chimaev will reach his fifth challenge with the Ultimate gloves. So far, the fighter has massacred every opponent he has shared the Octagon with.
On the other hand, Durinho seeks to regain his status as a challenger for the welterweight title (up to 77kg.). The Brazilian, who is coming off a victory over Stephen Thompson, is the current number two in the group led by the 'Nigerian Nightmare'.
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