Chimaev after training. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC
UFC middleweight champion (up to 83,9 kg), Khamzat Shimaev He shifted his focus to the next stage of his career. He hasn't fought since August in Chicago (USA), when he won. Dricus du Plessis Dominantly, the Russian awaits the company to define his first title challenger, who could be... Nassourdine Imavov ou Sean StricklandHowever, 'Borz' has his eye on a different wrestler who is interested in competing in wrestling.
After chasing Alex Poatán And having failed to get the super fight off the ground, Chimaev has now once again ignored the top fighters in his division to challenge the controversial [opponent]. Colby covingtonSince the American bad boy is one of his rivals, the UFC champion challenged him to a fight at RAF and also provoked him.
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Given their popularity as wrestlers, a potential duel between the two could become a reality, considering the organization's growing prominence and the presence of UFC professionals or those with experience in the league. And, if it were up to Chimaev, his intention would be to compete for the RAF on March 28th, meaning before returning to the octagon.
"In the next RAF, I'll make the American kid humble again. Clown Colby, let's go," wrote the UFC champion on his official 'X' account.
Colby fought in the RAF
Going through a rough patch in the UFC, Colby covington He returned to winning ways in combat sports at RAF 5 in January. In the main event, the wrestler faced Luke Rockhold And he put on a show, winning through superior technical skill.
Next RAF I will make American boy humble again colbiclown let's go 🦾😂
— Khamzat Shimaev (@KChimaev) March 1, 2026
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