Chimaev focused before fighting in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC
Last Saturday (17), Alex Poatán e Jon Jones They exchanged taunts on social media, thus reinforcing interest in the UFC superfight. However, Dana White isn't the only one who isn't a fan of the fight between the company's stars. The middleweight champion (up to 83,9 kg), Khamzat Shimaev He also positioned himself against the highly anticipated duel between the renowned striker and the best MMA fighter in history.
In a post by ESPN on Instagram, which highlighted Jones' intimidating response to Poatan, Chimaev simply intervened and tried to cancel the superfight. And 'Borz's' action is not surprising, as he dreams of moving up to light heavyweight (up to 93 kg) in pursuit of double champion status.
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Furthermore, Khamzat is a rival of the Brazilian, constantly challenges him, and belittles his abilities. Therefore, despite being friends with the American, the icon from the Caucasus has shown that he will do everything to take the Paulista off his radar.
"Brother, leave him to me," wrote the UFC champion.
Chimaev's fighters in MMA
Khamzat ShimaevBorz, 31, is one of the best and most fearsome MMA fighters today. He began his career in the sport in 2018, debuted in the UFC in 2020, and became the middleweight champion in 2025. Before that, 'Borz' also excelled in the welterweight division (up to 77,1 kg).
In this discipline, Chimaev fought 15 times and won them all, 12 by stoppage (six by knockout and six by submission). His main victories were against Dricus du Plessis, Gilbert Durinho, Kamaru Usman e Robert whittaker.
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