Chimaev is a UFC star and is undefeated in MMA. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC
In August, in Chicago (USA), Khamzat Shimaev He lived up to expectations and became the middleweight champion (up to 83,9 kg). However, the Russian, who has not yet defended his title, much less confirmed a fight, has already considered his reign over. This is because 'Borz's' priority is not to be dominant, but to make money.
In an interview with ESPN, Chimaev didn't mince words and revealed that he will switch from middleweight to light heavyweight (up to 93 kg) after his first and possibly last title defense. The athlete's decision is not surprising. Seeking super fights against big names in MMA, the Russian is pursuing... Alex Poatán and constantly challenges him. Therefore, with his imminent arrival in the division after his next fight, the tendency is for 'Borz' to intensify his attacks against the Brazilian.
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“In my weight class, I’ll fight anyone. There’s Imavov, Strickland, Hernandez, whoever. I see them all as good pay, good money. These fights don’t excite me, but I need to do my job, earn money. If it’s a big name, someone who brings me more money, then I’ll be excited. There are many options, but I definitely want to have one more fight and move up a weight class,” said the fighter.
Chimaev's trajectory in the middleweight division
According to the schedule of Khamzat ShimaevHis time at middleweight will be short, ending with his fourth fight. After experiencing weight issues to compete at welterweight (up to 77,1 kg), the Russian established himself in the category in 2023. There, 'Borz' overcame... Kamaru Usman, finished Robert whittaker and dominated Dricus du Plessis.
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