Kamaru Usman disagrees with Dana White and says Khamzat Chimaev doesn't deserve a title shot

K. Usman has been welterweight champion since 2019. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

Campeão dos meio-médios (até 77kg.), Kamaru Usman ainda se recupera de lesão na mão, mas não deixa de avaliar suas possibilidades na divisão. O nigeriano, que deve ter revanche contra Leon Edwards no segundo semestre, reagiu aos comentários de Dana White de que o vencedor de Gilbert Durinho e Khamzat Chimaev terá a chance pelo título.

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In an interview with 'MMANews', Usman stated that Chimaev has not yet faced a top 10 player and, therefore, does not even deserve an opportunity for the welterweight belt. However, he says he will not object if the Swede's 'challenger' status is confirmed.

“Well, I mean, this guy hasn't even fought in the top 10. He hasn't even beaten anyone yet. So, I mean, Covington is still on the way. So I think there are still a few more fights he has to go through. But like I said, I love competing. When this fight comes along, I will be here to compete”, said Usman.

At the top of the welterweight division, Usman recently underwent surgery to correct a hand injury. There is still no confirmation on when the champion will return to action.

Depois de viver um drama pessoal, chegando até a anunciar sua aposentadoria precoce por conta de sequelas da Covid-19, Chimaev retornou ao octógono em outubro da temporada passada, após um ano de inatividade. No retorno, um show. O atleta finalizou Li Jingliang sem receber um só golpe.