Former UFC champion Khamzat Chimaev has a new fight scheduled at a historic, star-studded event.

Chimaev promotes UFC event. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

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Despite being part of the UFC roster, Khamzat Chimaev is increasingly linked to RAF. While awaiting the world's largest MMA organization to define his future, the former middleweight champion (up to 83,9 kg) will compete for the fourth time in the wrestling company, and the commitment is special. The Russian has been scheduled to compete in the main event of the company's first event in Abu Dhabi (UAE), scheduled to take place on November 14th.

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The announcement was made by RAF itself. As of now, Chimaev's opponent remains a mystery, but given the magnitude of the show, expectations are high that it will be a big name. It's worth noting that this will be the organization's third event outside the United States. Previously, the company held shows in Georgia and Russia.

Moreover, RAF Abu Dhabi will not only feature the illustrious presence of Chimaev. Other wrestling stars, such as Abdulrashid Sadulaev, Arman Tsarukyan , Jordan Burroughs, and Kyle Snyder will also be in action.

Chimaev's history in the RAF

Khamzat Chimaev , 32, debuted in the RAF in 2025 and has so far fought three times. On the mat, the Russian dominated Dillon Danis, Gilbert Burns , and Tyron Woodley.

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