Khamzat Chimaev reveals details about injuries requiring time off, plans to challenge for UFC middleweight title again
MMA Fighting • • sports
Key Points:
- Khamzat Chimaev aims to become UFC middleweight champion again but acknowledges a title shot is unlikely soon, as current champion Sean Strickland is expected to defend his belt before the end of 2026.
- While waiting, Chimaev is preparing for his upcoming fight against Gilbert Burns and addressing hand injuries that require a short recovery period of one to two months.
- Chimaev remains eager to fight and has been vocal about scheduling bouts soon; Caio Borralho has accepted a challenge but is currently injured, aiming for a fight later this year.
- Chimaev prioritizes regaining the UFC middleweight title over personal revenge against Strickland and is open to facing either Strickland or Nassourdine Imavov, with a preference to fight Imavov.
