Khamzat Shimaev is a standout in the UFC middleweight division. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
The level of wrestling displayed by Khamzat Shimaev, inside the UFC octagon, has impressed not only fans, but also experts. The Chechen, this time, drew praise from Yoel romero, that was an Olympic medalist in the sport and had a long career in the Ultimate.
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In an interview with 'Submission Radio', Romero stated that although the fight is difficult to predict, Chimaev will have a certain advantage against Du Plessis. The Cuban said that Lobo's wrestling makes him a unique fighter and difficult to beat. Yoel also said that the Chechen is training with Adam Saitiev, considered one of the best wrestlers in the world, who beat him at the Olympic Games.
“It’s very difficult, but 60% for Chimaev and 40% for Du Plessis. Chimaev’s wrestling is now very dangerous. I see the moves he makes. It’s another level, it’s Olympic level. He’s training with the best in the world, in my opinion, Adam Saitiev. He beat me at the 2006 Olympics. He’s an incredible wrestler, he’s like a Messi, Pelé or Maradona,” said Romero.
Yoel Romero considers UFC return to face Chimaev
Romero celebrates victory at UFC 221. Photo: Instagram / UFC
Yoel romero stated that, for him, he would fight in the UFC again. The 'Soldier of God' believes that this would be the perfect time for his return, as he would love to share the octagon with Chimaev.
“For me, I could go back at this moment. It’s a great moment, it would be very good, because there’s Chimaev and it would be a very, very good fight,” concluded the Cuban.
Before thinking about returning to the UFC octagon, Yoel romero has other commitments. The Cuban faces Ras Hylton in the first official event of the Dirty Boxing Championship, scheduled for March 22, in Miami (USA). Chimaev, in turn, awaits the announcement of the long-awaited title fight against Dricus Du Plessis.
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