Khamzat Chimaev hasn't given up on the idea of regaining the middleweight title (up to 83,9 kg). After rumors pointed to a possible fight between Nassourdine Imavov and Sean Strickland for the title, 'The Wolf' even took a step back and suggested another duel . Now, however, the Russian has a small ally to try and make a rematch against the American possible.
In a video posted by Islam Babadzhanov, Chimaev appears alongside a child who asks if the fighter is ready to go for the belt again. The UFC star confirms that he is only waiting for an opponent to be chosen and states that Strickland has shown no interest in facing him.
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Next, Chimaev jokes with the boy and asks him to send a message to the American, saying that the 'Wolf' intends to crush him.
Wholesome interaction between Khamzat Chimaev and a young fan after his win at RAF Moscow ❤️
🗣️ Fan: “Are you ready to take it? The belt.”
🗣️ Khamzat: “Of course I'm ready. We're waiting for an opponent. Strickland doesn't want to fight us. Maybe you can call him? Will you… pic.twitter.com/itEaUNTSp3
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"Are you ready to take the belt?", the fan asked.
“Of course I’m ready. We’re waiting for an opponent. Strickland doesn’t want to fight us. Maybe you could call him? Will you send him a message?” Khamzat Chimaev replied.
“Tell him, ‘Khamzat will crush you!’” the wolf concluded after the boy’s statement.
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