Possible opponent of Chimaev impresses with speed in training; watch

Chimaev faces his opponent before the UFC fight. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

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Nassourdine Imavov remains in excellent physical shape, even without a set date for his highly anticipated duel against Khamzat Chimaev . The Frenchman, who is coming off a convincing victory over Caio Borralho , already has a verbal agreement to face the Chechen. While the fight has not yet been officially confirmed, the 'Sniper' took to social media to show that he is ready for the challenge.

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In a video posted on Instagram, Imavov showcased his speed and caught the attention of fans. In the footage, the Frenchman is seen executing an intense, high-paced sequence combining punches and elbows, while his coach holds the mitts.

Nassourdine Imavov looking SHARP in new training footage 👀

(via @imavov1 ) pic.twitter.com/j54CAQfDkx

— Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) December 22, 2025

Imavov has verbal agreement with Khamzat Chimaev

Nassourdine Imavov defeated Caio Borralho at UFC Paris . Photo: Reproduction/UFC

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In a post on X, Imavov revealed that he informed the UFC that his focus is exclusively on fighting for a title and that he is willing to wait as long as necessary for that. The Frenchman reinforced that he does not intend to accept deviations from the plan and that great goals require adequate preparation, also guaranteeing that he will be ready when the opportunity is made official.

“I had a good conversation with the UFC and told them: only title fights! If we have to wait, we will wait. No distractions, no detours. Great achievements require great preparation. Make no mistake, I will be ready!”, wrote Imavov.

Had a good conversation with UFC, I told them, Title shot only! If we have to wait, we'll wait. No distractions, no detours, Great things require great preparation. Make no mistake, I'll be ready!

— Imavov Nassourdine (@imavov1) November 27, 2025

In a post on X, Chimaev indicated that the duel could happen after Ramadan and even provoked Imavov by suggesting that he use the period to improve his wrestling, calling him 'brother' in a friendly tone.

“See you after Ramadan, Imavov. You have time to work on your wrestling, bratishka (brother),” wrote Khamzat Chimaev.

See you after Ramadan @imavov1

You have time to work on your wrestling Bratishka

— Khamzat Chimaev (@KChimaev) November 27, 2025

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