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Khamzat Chimaev claims Colby Covington is getting another UFC title opportunity because he’s American

Khamzat Chimaev believes Colby Covington’s undeserved welterweight title opportunity is the result of his nationality.

Covington’s last appearance inside the Octagon came more than a year ago when he bested …read more

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UFC President Dana White trashes MMA media for rumors regarding his relationship with Khamzat Chimaev

Bulls**t! …read more

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Khamzat Chimaev issues chilling warning to UFC kingpin Leon Edwards ahead of return: ‘I’m ready for you’

Seeing a slew of scheduled showdowns with Leon Edwards fall to the wayside through 2020, undefeated welterweight contender, Khamzat Chimaev has issued a warning to the current division champion, clamoring …read more

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Khamzat Chimaev takes aim at “not good” Paulo Costa for accepting a fight with Ikram Aliskerov at UFC 291: “He beat nobody”

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Anthony Smith thinks Kamaru Usman is in for a “tough fight” against Khamzat Chimaev

Tough Sledding? …read more

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Khamzat Chimaev tipped to bring ‘Tough’ fight to ex-Champion Kamaru Usman in potential UFC clash

Former light-heavyweight title challenger, Anthony Smith sees Khamzat Chimaev as a tough stylistic matchup for Kamaru Usman.

It has been rumoured that Kamaru Usman and Khamzat Chimaev will square off later …read more

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Khamzat Chimaev takes aim at “not good” Paulo Costa for accepting a fight with Ikram Aliskerov at UFC 291: “He beat nobody”

Not Impressed …read more

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Morning Report: Anthony Smith sees Khamzat Chimaev as tough fight for Kamaru Usman in potential matchup

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Kamaru Usman is still looking to challenge himself.
The former UFC welterweight champion finds himself in an unusual position after dropping …read more

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Posted on May 26, 2023, 12:16 pm By
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Khamzat Chimaev declares himself ‘King’ of UFC middleweight, welterweight divisions: ‘Just give me a title shot’

Undefeated welterweight contender, Khamzat Chimaev has declared himself as the “king” of both his current division – and a division he is expected to move to in his Octagon comeback …read more

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Khamzat Chimaev blasts Colby Covington, Paulo Costa; declares himself ‘king’ of two divisions

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Khamzat Chimaev is yet to fight in 2023, but he still sees himself as the biggest fish …read more

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UFC star Khamzat Chimaev unfollows Dana White and Darren Till on social media

Unfollowed …read more

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Heck of a Morning: Is Khamzat Chimaev vs. Kamaru Usman the fight to make?

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A lot of MMA fans seem to be excited about a potential matchup between Khamzat Chimaev and former UFC welterweight …read more

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Khamzat Chimaev pokes at UFC kingpin Israel Adesanya: ‘Everybody knows he’s going to lose the title to me’

Undefeated welterweight contender, Khamzat Chimaev appears set for a move a division higher to the middleweight ranks – and claims it’s just a matter of time before he lands the …read more

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Khamzat Chimaev accuses the UFC of attempting to protect “built up” Israel Adesanya: “They don’t want to kill that guy”

Chimaev hits out at Adesanya …read more

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UFC star Sean O’Malley reacts to Andrew Tate FaceTiming Khamzat Chimaev: ‘He’s got a lot of good quotes’

Sugar’ Sean O’Malley shared his take on the recent FaceTime chat between social media sensation Andrew Tate and undefeated Chechen monster Khamzat Chimaev.

Despite being detained on human trafficking charges …read more

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Khamzat Chimaev blasts Paulo Costa, expects him to lose at UFC 291: ‘I want to kill this guy’

Undefeated welterweight contender, Khamzat Chimaev has predicted a loss for one-time middleweight championship challenger, Paulo Costa at UFC 291 in July – as the Brazilian draws a soon-to-be common foe, …read more

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Khamzat Chimaev believes Colby Covington is receiving another title shot because he’s an American

Born In The USA! …read more

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Khamzat Chimaev slams rival Colby Covington as next UFC title challenger: ‘He wins against nobodies’

UFC welterweight Khamzat Chimaev is not happy with Colby Covington being the next challenger for the welterweight championship.

It has been over eight months since the usually active Chimaev competed, last …read more

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‘Nomad’ Wants To Spoil Gastelum Comeback

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Even the mighty Khamzat Chimaev wants no beef with “Nomad.” Kelvin Gastelum is not interested in being …read more

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Khamzat Chimaev issues stern threat to UFC rival Kamaru Usman: ‘I’m going to squeeze your head off’

Undefeated welterweight contender, Khamzat Chimaev has called for a fight with former undisputed UFC welterweight champion, Kamaru Usman – vowing to “squeeze” the head from the Auchi native.

Chimaev, who dropped …read more

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Khamzat Chimaev zeros in on Kamaru Usman, says UFC 294 in Abu Dhabi targeted: 'I'm gonna fight this guy'

Khamzat Chimaev has relocated to Dubai with his team where he’s practicing patience.
UFC told us we’re gonna fight in Abu Dhabi,” Chimaev said in a video posted to his YouTube …read more

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Khamzat Chimaev promises to break Kamaru Usman’s face ahead of confirmed Abu Dhabi return

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Khamzat Chimaev claims UFC has fight for him in Abu Dhabi, calls out Kamaru Usman: ‘I’m going to squeeze your head off’

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Khamzat Chimaev expects to hear news on his next fight shortly.
With the UFC headed …read more

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Posted on May 23, 2023, 8:16 pm By
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Chael Sonnen questions why Khamzat Chimaev is in limbo with Paulo Costa fight off the table

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Chael Sonnen has a simple question: Where in the world is Khamzat Chimaev?
When last …read more

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Khamzat Chimaev emerging as a betting favorite to defeat ex-UFC champion Kamaru Usman this year

Undefeated welterweight contender, Khamzat Chimaev has emerged as quite the decent betting favorite to compile misery on former division champion, Kamaru Usman – and hand the Nigerian a third straight …read more

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UFC President Dana White weighs in on a potential Kamaru Usman vs Khamzat Chimaev fight

UFC President Dana White has further commented on a potential showdown between Kamaru Usman and Khamzat Chimaev. Usman, the former UFC Welterweight Champion, has said that he has found his …read more

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Kamaru Usman continues campaign for UFC clash with Khamzat Chimaev, lobbies Dana White for fight

Kamaru Usman is on a mission to get his hands on the Swedish destroyer Khamzat Chiamev, according to Dana White at the press conference following the Dern vs Hill fight …read more

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Khamzat Chimaev’s UFC return receives massive update: ‘He’s training hard to smash Paulo Costa’

Still expected to make his Octagon return in October at UFC 294 in Abu Dhabi, UAE, Khamzat Chimaev has been tipped to still fight with former middleweight title challenger, Paulo …read more

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Former UFC champion Kamaru Usman vows to stop Khamzat Chimaev within four rounds: “Watch the tapes”

No Judges Needed …read more

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Kamaru Usman predicts stoppage win over Khamzat Chimaev in rumored UFC clash: ‘I stop him in 4’

Former undisputed UFC welterweight champion, Kamaru Usman has predicted a stoppage victory over welterweight contender, Khamzat Chimaev in a potential future fight between the duo – with rumors linking the …read more

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Video | UFC star Khamzat Chimaev FaceTime’s with Andrew Tate: “I have to see you brother”

UFC star Khamzat Chimaev has shared a video of a FaceTime call he had with Andrew Tate. Included in their conversation, was an invitation from Chimaev to Tate, to be …read more

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Posted on May 17, 2023, 6:16 pm By
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Video – UFC star Khamzat Chimaev FaceTimes controversial combat sports figure Andrew Tate

Khamzat Chimaev and Andrew Tate, two of the most polarizing figures in all of combat sports, recently FaceTimed one another.

Usually a welterweight, sometimes a middleweight, Khamzat Chimaev has been one …read more

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Former UFC champion Kamaru Usman responds to callout from Khamzat Chimaev: “LFG!”

Kamaru Usman has issued his response to a recent callout from Khamzat Chimaev as talk of a fight between them grows. Following his two defeats to Leon Edwards, many have …read more

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Jailton Almeida praised after UFC Charlotte win: ‘He should get the hype Khamzat Chimaev got’

Jailton Almeida extended his win streak to five with a first-round submission victory at UFC Charlotte on Saturday.

‘Malhadinho’ made easy work of No. 9 ranked heavyweight contender Jairzinho Rozenstruik in …read more

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Khamzat Chimaev stokes flames on potential UFC clash with Kamaru Usman: ‘You know you’re old, bro’

After receiving a prior call out from former undisputed UFC welterweight champion, Kamaru Usman – undefeated division contender, Khamzat Chimaev has welcomed a showdown with the former pound-for-pound number one, …read more

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Khamzat Chimaev issues warning to UFC rival Leon Edwards: ‘You know who the real king is’

Undefeated welterweight contender, Khamzat Chimaev has issued a stark warning to division champion, Leon Edwards – claiming he is the actual kingpin of the division.

Chimaev, slipped to #4 in the …read more

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Khamzat Chimaev: If UFC gave me a fight, 'I would have fought a long time ago'

Rising UFC star Khamzat Chimaev is suggesting that the holdup for his return is not on his end.
Chimaev (12-0 MMA, 6-0 UFC) hasn’t competed since a quick submission of Kevin Holland in …read more

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Khamzat Chimaev drops from welterweight top-3 rankings amid continued UFC hiatus

Undefeated UFC welterweight contender, Khamzat Chimaev has dropped form the official top-3 stack in the division as part of the latest ranking update this week following UFC 288 – following …read more

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Khamzat Chimaev growing frustrated with UFC over lack of fight offers: ‘The problem is definitely not with me’

Khamzat Chimaev appears to be growing increasingly frustrated with the lack of individuals willing to step up and fight him inside the Octagon.

The undefeated Chechen monster stormed into the UFC …read more

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Ikram Aliskerov explains Bo Nickal callout, addresses Khamzat Chimaev rematch

NEWARK, N.J. – Ikram Aliskerov beat Phil Hawes with a first-round knockout Saturday on the preliminary card at UFC 288 at Prudential Center in Newark, N.J.
Take a look inside the …read more

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Khamzat Chimaev disputes Dana White’s claims that his hiatus from the UFC is due to personal reasons

Khamzat Chimaev says he is ready to fight. For months now, many fans have wondered when Chimaev will be fighting again as there has been no word on his next …read more

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Dana White explains Khamzat Chimaev’s lengthy hiatus from the UFC: “He’s got stuff going on in his personal life”

UFC president Dana White has given his thoughts on Khamzat Chimaev’s lengthy absence from the Octagon. For the last few years, Khamzat Chimaev has been seen as one of the …read more

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White Reveals ‘Personal Stuff’ Preventing Khamzat Return

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Fight fans have been waiting for the return of undefeated Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) contender, Khamzat Chimaev, but even UFC …read more

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Dana White open to Kamaru Usman vs. Khamzat Chimaev – only at middleweight

Dana White is willing to consider Kamaru Usman vs. Khamzat Chimaev under one condition.
In a recent interview with ESPN, former welterweight champion Usman (20-3 MMA, 15-2 UFC) said he likes the idea …read more

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Dana White explains Khamzat Chimaev’s continued UFC absence: ‘He’s got stuff going on in his personal life’

UFC president, Dana White has confirmed that streaking welterweight contender, Khamzat Chimaev is currently dealing with “stuff in his personal life” amid his continued absence from the Octagon. 

Chimaev, the current …read more

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Ex-UFC champion Kamaru Usman urged to make middleweight move to secure Khamzat Chimaev fight

Former undisputed UFC welterweight champion, Kamaru Usman has been urged to make a move to the promotion’s middleweight division if he is serious about potentially fighting the undefeated, Khamzat Chimaev …read more

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Khamzat Chimaev lays down challenge to former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou

Undefeated Chechen monster Khamzat Chimaev laid down an interesting challenge to former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou.

‘The Predator’ has been dominating headlines as of late as news of his imminent …read more

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Usman Vs. Chimaev? White Will Have To ‘Talk About It’

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UFC President, Dana White, isn’t a big fan of Kamaru Usman’s recent challenge to Khamzat Chimaev.
The former …read more

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Dana White explains why he hates Kamaru Usman’s callout of Khamzat Chimaev

UFC president Dana White is not a fan of Kamaru Usman’s callout of Khamzat Chimaev. Usman recently came out and said he would be interested in facing Chimaev his next …read more

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Dana White open to Kamaru Usman vs. Khamzat Chimaev, but only at 185: ‘Catchweights mean nothing’

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Dana White is happy to discuss a potential fight between former UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman and surging star Khamzat …read more

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Khamzat Chimaev praises ‘Good fighter’ Kamaru Usman after ex-Champion offers to fight him in UFC return

Undefeated welterweight contender, Khamzat Chimaev, has praised former UFC welterweight champion, Kamaru Usman – after the former undisputed titleholder offered to headline a pay-per-view event against him in his return …read more

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Khamzat Chimaev responds to callout from former UFC champion Kamaru Usman

Khamzat Chimaev is responding to the callout from former UFC champion Kamaru Usman. Chimaev (12-0 MMA) last fought and defeated Kevin Holland (24-9 MMA) at UFC 279 in September of …read more

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Kamaru Usman sees Khamzat Chimaev as logical next opponent, eyes fourth Leon Edwards fight

Kamaru Usman hopes a win over Khamzat Chimaev leads to a fourth fight with UFC welterweight champion Leon Edwards.
Usman (20-3 MMA, 15-2 UFC) lost back-to-back fights against Edwards (21-3 MMA, …read more

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Former UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman wants main event matchup opposite Khamzat Chimaev: “Boom”

UFC star Kamaru Usman has given his thoughts on a possible main event matchup between himself and Khamzat Chimaev. In the eyes of many, Kamaru Usman is one of the …read more

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Ex-Champion Kamaru Usman offers to fight Khamzat Chimaev in UFC return ahead of title siege

Former undisputed UFC welterweight champion, Kamaru Usman has offered to compete against the undefeated #3 ranked division contender, Khamzat Chimaev in his Octagon return – before challenging three-time foe and …read more

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Usman puts Chimaev 'No. 1' on next opponent list

Former UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman is in shape and interested in booking his next fight — and his top choice for an opponent would be Khamzat Chimaev, followed by …read more

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Caio Borralho trained with Khamzat Chimaev, Paulo Costa and Sean Strickland for UFC Fight Night 223

LAS VEGAS – Caio Borralho is pushing himself to the limit in pursuit of greatness, and that means mixing it up with some of the best in his division inside the …read more

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Khamzat Chimaev betting favorite to hand Paulo Costa defeat in expected UFC 294 fight in October

In the midst of a stunning 12-fight undefeated professional run, unbeaten welterweight contender has been backed to remain perfect in his expected fight with one-time middleweight title challenger, Paulo Costa …read more

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Paulo Costa eyes Khamzat Chimaev after ‘lying’ Jan Blachowicz nixed UFC 288 fight

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Paulo Costa expects to finalize a new UFC deal this week and said a fight with Khamzat Chimaev is targeted for …read more

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Robert Whittaker not keen to fight Khamzat Chimaev, ‘the rankings are there for a reason!’

Robert Whittaker has ruled out an imminent fight with Khamzat Chimaev. ‘The Reaper’ is very much in the title conversation at middleweight and sits at #2 in the division following …read more

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Khamzat Chimaev next for UFC champ Israel Adesanya? 'We can't be ridiculous,' says Eugene Bareman

City Kickboxing coach Eugene Bareman questions what Khamzat Chimaev has done to deserve a shot at Israel Adesanya.
After Adesanya (23-2 MMA, 12-2 UFC) reclaimed his middleweight title with a knockout of …read more

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Colby Covington calls Khamzat Chimaev an ‘unprofessional bum’

UFC welterweight Colby Covington makes it a habit to insult and taunt any and all contenders in the 170-pound weight class, including Khamzat Chimaev.

Chimaev fell within Covington’s crosshairs …read more

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Khamzat Chimaev squashes beef with Shavkat Rakhmonov following recent social media spat

UFC star Khamzat Chimaev has seemingly squashed any potential beef with fellow fighter Shavkat Rakhmonov. Over the course of the last few years, there’s been a lot of talk surrounding …read more

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Belal Muhammad hopes to face Khamzat Chimaev or Sean Strickland at 185lbs if he doesn’t get what he wants at welterweight

Belal Muhammad is thinking about moving up to middleweight. Muhammad is currently ranked fourth at welterweight but will not be getting the next title shot, as that will go to Colby …read more

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Belal Muhammad willing to move up to middleweight to face Khamzat Chimaev if he doesn't get title shot

MIAMI – If Belal Muhammad won’t get a welterweight title shot, he’s open to seeking fun fights at middleweight.
Muhammad (22-3 MMA, 13-3 UFC) is unbeaten in his past nine fights, …read more

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Khamzat Chimaev mocks Alex Pereira following KO loss at UFC 287: ‘Goodnight for you’

Khamzat Chimaev found it funny that the Sao Paulo menace Alex Pereira fell short at UFC 287 against his rival Israel Adesanya. After the fight, Chimaev did not hesitate to …read more

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Khamzat Chimaev takes aim at Alex Pereira and Jorge Masvidal following their defeats at UFC 287

Khamzat Chimaev added insult to injury after Alex Pereira and Jorge Masvidal fell short in their bouts at UFC 287. Pereira headlined the card, putting the UFC Middleweight Championship at …read more

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Khamzat Chimaev congratulates Israel Adesanya on UFC 287 win, issues warning: ‘See you soon’

Khamzat Chimaev is already eyeing a UFC middleweight title showdown with newly crowned 185-pound king Israel Adesanya.

On Saturday night, ‘The Last Stylebender’ scored a jaw-dropping second-round knockout of longtime rival …read more

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Khamzat Chimaev congratulates Israel Adesanya on UFC 287 win, issues warning: ‘See you soon’

Khamzat Chimaev is already eyeing a UFC middleweight title showdown with newly crowned 185-pound king Israel Adesanya.

On Saturday night, ‘The Last Stylebender’ scored a jaw-dropping second-round knockout of longtime rival …read more

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Video! Khamzat Destroys Poor Sparring Partner In Absolute Beatdown

Undefeated Chechen sensation Khamzat Chimaev is plotting his return to the Octagon and that only means bad things for his sparring partners.
Chimaev, who is one of the fastest growing stars …read more

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Alex Pereira responds to Khamzat Chimaev, brands him ‘Dog’s a**hole’ ahead of UFC 287 return

Alex Pereira doesn’t think much of Khamzat Chimaev.

Mere hours away from his first defense of the UFC middleweight championship, Pereira was asked his thoughts on multiple UFC stars in …read more

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Alex Pereira dismisses facing Khamzat Chimaev after UFC 287 rematch with Israel Adesanya: “He ran from everybody”

UFC middleweight champion Alex Pereira doesn’t seem interested in facing Khamzat Chimaev. ‘Poatan’ has been out of action since UFC 281 in November. In the main event, Pereira faced his …read more

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Khamzat Chimaev trolls a number of different fighters ahead of Saturday’s UFC 287 event

Khamzat Chimaev has trolled a number of different fighters on the UFC roster ahead of Saturday’s UFC 287 event. UFC 287 is set to take place this Saturday at the …read more

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Alex Pereira dismisses Khamzat Chimaev title chances after UFC 287: ‘I’ll not even talk about him’

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Alex Pereira doesn’t want to waste any time talking about Khamzat Chimaev as a middleweight contender.
Days away from …read more

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‘I Don’t Even Want To Talk About Khamzat’

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If you’re going to talk about potential Middleweight contenders after UFC 287, don’t bring up Khamzat Chimaev’s …read more

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Alex Pereira dismisses 'lost' Khamzat Chimaev as next title challenger after UFC 287

MIAMI – UFC middleweight champion Alex Pereira won’t consider Khamzat Chimaev as a potential next challenger.
Chimaev (12-0 MMA, 6-0 UFC), who plans on competing at middleweight next, expressed interest in …read more

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Alex Pereira uninterested in Khamzat Chimaev fight after UFC 287: ‘I don’t even want to talk about him’

Ahead of his incoming UFC 287 title rematch with former undisputed champion, Israel Adesanya this weekend, current middleweight kingpin, Alex Pereira has zero interest in sharing the Octagon with the …read more

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Jorge Masvidal unimpressed with Khamzat Chimaev: ‘I don’t think he’ll be around MMA much longer’

Former two-time UFC welterweight title challenger, Jorge Masvidal has hit out at the undefeated, Khamzat Chimaev – questioning if the Chechnya native is utilizing steroids, and questioning his longevity in …read more

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