Chimaev backstage at the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC
After making his UFC debut in 2020, Khamzat Shimaev He has started accumulating enemies in MMA. After becoming middleweight champion (up to 83,9 kg) in August in Chicago (USA), the Russian fighter is expanding his list of rivals with each passing day. Recently, 'Borz' attacked out of nowhere. Alex Poatán e Glover Teixeira And now, he has turned against three other big names in sports.
During a live stream answering questions from his fans, Chimaev didn't hold back. Conor McGregor, Khabib Nurmagomedov e Nate diazWhen asked about what a fight against the trio would be like, the UFC champion mocked the veterans, who are in their 40s. It's worth noting that, despite being Russian, Khamzat is not part of 'The Eagle's' group. Islam makhachev And he's already taken a jab at the MMA legend. Furthermore, 'Borz' also frequently exchanges barbs with the Irish star and is a declared enemy of the American 'bad boy'.
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“That’s the oldest question of all. Khabib is finished. He doesn’t fight anymore. Why are you saying these things? He (Nate) is on drugs, he’s finished. Put him in rehab. Send him to Chechnya. Chimaev vs. McGregor? McGregor is too old. He’s finished. Salam Alaikum (Peace be upon you),” said the UFC champion.
Chimaev on the rise
Khamzat ShimaevBorz, 31, is one of the most fearsome and popular MMA fighters today. Besides being the UFC middleweight champion, the Russian is ranked fourth in the pound-for-pound rankings, which brings together the best athletes across all weight classes. On social media, 'Borz' is also a phenomenon. On Instagram, the athlete has 11 million followers and over 880 on X.
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