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Anthony Smith recalls hearing stories about Khamzat Chimaev long before his UFC debut
Anthony Smith claims he heard the name Khamzat Chimaev long before ‘Borz’ ever made his debut in the UFC. The former UFC light heavyweight title challenger, Smith (36-16 MMA), made an appearance on Michael Bisping’s ‘Believe You Me’ podcast where he recalled being told stories about Chimaev: “Other people said it first, so now I […]
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Khamzat Chimaev involved in altercation with security at MMA event (Video)
UFC standout Khamzat Chimaev was involved in an altercation with security at a recent MMA event in Sweden. Chimaev (10-0 MMA), who recently agreed to an April 9th showdown with former UFC welterweight title challenger Gilbert Burns (see more on that here), was in attendance at a local MMA event in his native Sweden this […]
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Khamzat Chimaev puts Kamaru Usman ‘to sleep’ when they fight, says Alexander Gustafsson
Alexander Gustafsson believes his training partner Khamzat Chimaev is the real deal. Chimaev burst onto the scene in 2020 as he fought twice in 10 days and then scored a one-punch KO over Gerald Meerschaert. He was later booked to headline a card against Leon Edwards, but due to COVID the fight never came to […]
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Khamzat Chimaev agrees to fight former UFC title challenger Gilbert Burns on April 9
Khamzat Chimaev has agreed to fight former UFC welterweight title challenger Gilbert Burns on April 9. Chimaev (10-0 MMA) last competed at October’s UFC 267 event, where he needed less than a round to dispose of ranked welterweight Li Jingliang. That contest was Khamzat’s first since September of 2020, where he had scored a sensational […]
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Khamzat Chimaev responds to callout from Belal Muhammad: “You number one bullsh*t, I need 1 minute to take your head”
Khamzat Chimaev has laughed off Belal Muhammad after the latter challenged him to a welterweight showdown. It’s been said by UFC president Dana White that nobody wants to fight Khamzat Chimaev and based on recent evidence, there’s every chance that’s true. “Borz” is already 4-0 in the Ultimate Fighting Championship and in 2022, many fans […]
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Belal Muhammad explains why defeating Khamzat Chimaev is currently “worth more than beating anybody ranked in the division”
UFC welterweight Belal Muhammad has explained the value of beating someone like fellow contender Khamzat Chimaev. Last weekend, Belal Muhammad vaulted himself into contention at 170 pounds with a convincing win over former title challenger Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson. In the immediate aftermath he decided to call out current welterweight king Kamaru Usman, prompting a mixed […]
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Belal Muhammad calls out Khamzat Chimaev following UFC Vegas 45 win over Stephen Thompson
UFC welterweight Belal Muhammad has called out Khamzat Chimaev following his win over Stephen Thompson last weekend. On Saturday night, Belal Muhammad produced a professional performance to edge past Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson and extend his unbeaten run to seven fights. While he isn’t necessarily known as someone who is going to produce finishes that’ll end […]
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Top welterweight contender Vicente Luque taunts Khamzat Chimaev: “I didn’t hear him say my name”
UFC welterweight Vicente Luque has noted that he hasn’t heard Khamzat Chimaev say his name when discussing his next fight. In his last four fights, Vicente Luque has gone 4-0 which includes two big submission wins over Tyron Woodley and Michael Chiesa in the last calendar year. In total, across his last 16 bouts, the […]
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Colby Covington says Khamzat Chimaev’s hype ‘would get halted in a very violent way’ if they were to fight
Colby Covington thinks he would beat Khamzat Chimaev badly if they were to fight. Ever since Chimaev had two fights in 10 days on Fight Island he has become a massive star. The hype only continued after he knocked out Gerald Meerschaert with one punch and a year later, submitted Li Jingliang at UFC 267 […]
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Report | Nate Diaz has contract extended by the UFC
UFC star Nate Diaz will reportedly be sticking around after having his current contract extended by Dana White and company. That news come from MMA Journalist Ariel Helwani who reported the following news via a post on his Substack page. “Sounds like the UFC is moving on from Khamzat Chimaev vs. Nathan Diaz fight and, […]
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Dana White says Sean O’Malley isn’t ready to be fast tracked like Khamzat Chimaev: “He’s not ready. You guys want me to throw him to the wolves”
UFC president Dana White has admitted that he doesn’t believe Sean O’Malley is ready to be fast-tracked in the same way as Khamzat Chimaev. This Saturday night at UFC 269, Sean O’Malley will attempt to add another highlight to his reel when he squares off against Raulian Paiva. While many are excited to see him […]
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Neil Magny doubles down on callout of Khamzat Chimaev: “This whole Boogeyman idea, that no one wants to fight him. No man, I’m right here.”
UFC welterweight veteran Neil Magny has doubled down on his callout of budding star Khamzat Chimaev. After UFC President Dana White recently insinuated that “nobody” is trying to fight ‘Borz’, Magny the No. 7 ranked welterweight kindly reminded everyone that he’s been calling out Chimaev for over a year. “I know a guy who’s ready!” […]
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Khamzat Chimaev challenges Conor McGregor to London showdown after Nate Diaz “ran away like his brother”
Khamzat Chimaev has challenged Conor McGregor to a London showdown after Nate Diaz “ran away like his brother”. Chimaev (10-0 MMA) most recently competed at October’s UFC 267 event, where he scored a first round TKO victory over ranked welterweight Li Jingliang. That win marked his fourth under the UFC banner and ‘Borz’ is now […]
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Khamzat Chimaev explains why he refused to go on the Hotboxin’ podcast with Mike Tyson: “I don’t like what all happened with him”
UFC star Khamzat Chimaev has explained why he rejected the offer of going on Mike Tyson’s Hotboxin’ podcast. It’s safe to say that throughout his time in combat sports, Mike Tyson has been a polarising figure. From his stint in jail to some of his actions in boxing itself, he’s been on a rollercoaster ride […]
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Khamzat Chimaev says his undefeated record dates back to grade five when he beat up an eleventh grader
UFC fighter Khamzat Chimaev claims his undefeated record dates back to grade five when he beat up an eleventh grader. Chimaev (10-0 MMA) most recently competed at October’s UFC 267 event, where he scored a first round TKO victory over ranked welterweight Li Jingliang. The Russian-Swede is now 4-0 under the UFC banner, earning finishes […]
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Dana White responds after Nate Diaz shoots down fight with “rookie” Khamzat Chimaev
UFC President Dana White has responded after Nate Diaz rejected a proposed fight with “rookie” Khamzat Chimaev. Diaz (20-13 MMA), who is currently on the last fight of his contract with the UFC, recently revealed that the promotion had offered him a bout with Chimaev. Nate Diaz was not impressed by the proposal from Dana […]
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Conor McGregor responds after Nate Diaz throws out “great idea” that he fight Khamzat Chimaev next
Conor McGregor has responded after Nate Diaz tossed out the “great idea” that he fight Khamzat Chimaev in his UFC return. Yesterday, Diaz (20-13 MMA) revealed that the UFC had recently offered him a bout with Chimaev to serve as the final fight of his current contract. Nate was insulted with the UFC’s decision to […]
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Nate Diaz suggests Conor McGregor fight Khamzat Chimaev in his UFC return: “He can taper back in and see if he can even still fight at all”
Nate Diaz believes Conor McGregor should fight Khamzat Chimaev in his UFC return so that he can taper back in and see if he can fight at all. Diaz (20-13 MMA), who is currently on the last fight of his contract with the UFC, has been clamoring for a fight for some time now. Despite […]
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Neil Magny reminds Khamzat Chimaev that he’s been calling him out for months, ‘Borz’ responds
Khamzat Chimaev is eager to book his next UFC appearance but has struggled to find a willing opponent. UFC President Dana White recently detailed the situation suggesting that “nobody” is trying to fight Khamzat Chimaev and for good reason. “Nobody wants to fight this guy,” White said. “Everybody wants to get out on social media […]
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Khamzat Chimaev takes aim at “fake gangster” Nake Diaz: “I’m here to kill everyone”
UFC welterweight contender Khamzat Chimaev took aim at “fake gangster” Nake Diaz, saying that “I’m here to kill everyone.” Chimaev is one of the hottest fighters on the UFC roster right now. Since making his promotional debut on Fight Island in July 2020, Chimaev has had four fights and has won all four of them […]
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Nate Diaz sounds off after being disrespected with Khamzat Chimaev offer from the UFC
Nate Diaz says he’s been “trying to get somebody for a minute” from the UFC, but felt disrespected when they offered Khamzat Chimaev. Diaz (20-13 MMA), who is currently on the last fight of his contract with the UFC, has been clamoring for a fight for some time now. Despite showing interest in potential showdowns […]
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Dana White on UFC fighters being “afraid” to fight Khamzat Chimaev: “100 percent. I don’t blame them”
UFC president Dana White has agreed with those who say fighters are “afraid” to take on rising star Khamzat Chimaev. Ever since his debut in the promotion last year, Khamzat Chimaev has been like a house on fire. He’s gone 4-0 in the UFC, been impressive across two different weight classes and has everyone under […]
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Tony Ferguson unloads on Khamzat Chimaev for claims that he represents the USA
UFC lightweight Tony Ferguson has lashed out at Khamzat Chimaev after “Borz” claimed he represents the United States. With losses to Justin Gaethje, Charles Oliveira and Beneil Dariush in his last three outings, it’s safe to say that Tony Ferguson is losing ground in the lightweight division. However, while he may not be a title […]
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Khamzat Chimaev calls out Colby Covington: “Call the cops I’m coming for you”
Rising UFC welterweight contender Khamzat Chimaev called out top-raked Colby Covington, saying to “call the cops I’m coming for you.” Chimaev took to his social media early on Tuesday morning to go after Covington and make several tweets about him calling him out. Check out what Chimaev wrote on his Twitter. https://twitter.com/KChimaev/status/1465661193629184004 Let’s go bitch […]
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Daniel Cormier responds to wrestling challenge from Khamzat Chimaev: “Love that you’re confident but brother this is 10-0 DC!”
Daniel Cormier has questioned the logic of Khamzat Chimaev after “Borz” challenged him to a wrestling match. It’s safe to say that Khamzat Chimaev is a confident young man. From his 4-0 start in the UFC to what he says on social media, he’s attempting to edge his way towards a title shot – and […]
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Khamzat Chimaev calls out Brock Lesnar
Khamzat Chimaev wants to prove that he fears no man. The undefeated “Borz” is fresh off of two strong performances following his battle with COVID-19. On Monday, Chimaev took to Twitter to let two former champions know that he’s interested – one particularly larger than the other. https://twitter.com/kchimaev/status/1465478053199503362?s=21 “Let’s fight till one man leaves the […]
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Geoff Neal fires back at Derek Brunson after suggesting welterweights are avoiding Khamzat Chimaev
UFC welterweight contender Geoff Neal fired back at Derek Brunson after suggesting that welterweights are avoiding Khamzat Chimaev. Neal recently spoke to MMA journalist James Lynch and he was asked about Brunson’s recent comments about Chimaev, where he questioned why the other welterweights aren’t actively calling out the man who is one of the hottest […]
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Colby Covington says he is open to fighting “participation trophy winner” Khamzat Chimaev
UFC welterweight Colby Covington has said he’d be open to the idea of fighting rising star Khamzat Chimaev. In the wake of his defeat to Kamaru Usman, many have been wondering what’s next for Colby Covington. As opposed to moving up or down a weight class, though, Covington has made it clear that he wants […]