Khamzat Chimaev Targets UFC Three-Division Glory, Not Focused on Protecting Undefeated Record
Khamzat Chimaev wants to achieve three-division glory in the UFC and says he does not care about compromising his undefeated record in the process.
The undefeated Chechen-born Emirati became the UFC middleweight champion last year at UFC 319 by ragdolling Dricus du Plessis and securing more than 21 minutes of control time enroute to a unanimous decision win.
Due to a minor foot injury, “Borz” is currently sidelined and will undergo surgery.
Chimaev is yet to make the first defense of his middleweight title. However, the 31-year-old already has big plans. Fans are already aware of his desire to move up to light heavyweight to challenge champion Alex Pereira. However, “Borz,” while discussing his long-term goals in the UFC, recently opined that he is also open to moving up to heavyweight once he potentially captures the 205-pound title. On the Jaxxon Podcast, he said:
“[Alex Pereira] never responded. We’ll see if anyone else [is ready to fight]. I just want to become a double champ. Then I can go back to my weight class, or stay there, or go up more. I’m not the guy who is trying to go out of the UFC undefeated. I don’t care. I just want to get some things done.”
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Khamzat Chimaev teases a move up to 205 pounds
Earlier today, Khamzat Chimaev teased a move up to light heavyweight. He posted on X:
“205”
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At the same time, some insiders are also suggesting that “Borz” may face Jiri Prochazka at UFC 327 for the vacant 205-pound championship.
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There have also been rumors that champion Alex Pereira could vacate his light heavyweight title and move up to chase a third UFC belt.
