‘Puking up green bile’: T.J. Dillashaw claims Khamzat Chimaev on ‘verge of death’ during UFC 328 weight cut

Key Points:

• T.J. Dillashaw, who trained with Khamzat Chimaev during his UFC 328 camp, believes Chimaev's struggles in his fight against Sean Strickland were largely due to a mishandled and dangerous weight cut.
• Dillashaw criticized the nutrition and weight-cutting team Chimaev used late in camp, contrasting it with the methods of expert Sam Calavitta, and highlighted how improper hydration nearly led to Chimaev's physical collapse.
• Despite Chimaev's compromised condition, Dillashaw felt Chimaev performed impressively and likely won most rounds, but the severe weight cut caused a significant underperformance affecting the fight's outcome.
• Strickland won the fight via split decision to reclaim the UFC middleweight title, though some controversy remains over Chimaev's weigh-in and performance, with no official confirmation of any wrongdoing.
• Chimaev is reportedly interested in a rematch or moving up to light heavyweight, but Dillashaw stresses the importance of proper weight management and cautions against misinformation in the sport regarding fighters' health and preparation.