In a deleted video, Chimaev trains intensely with Olympic champion before facing Whittaker at UFC 308

Khamzat Shimaev in victory in UFC 294. Photo: Reproduction/Twitter UFC

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The internet, once again, heated up the atmosphere and expectations for a fight. In a video that quickly went viral and was later deleted, Khamzat Shimaev showed balance to Razambek Zhamalov, Olympic wrestling medalist, in the takedown and ground game. He faces Robert whittaker No. UFC 308.

Zhamalov's original post, where he celebrates training with Khamzat, was already cause for great anticipation. But it was the deleted video that caught everyone's attention.

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The complete training sequence, which shows the fighters with a high and similar technical level, generated debates about the Swede's level and his chances in the next fight.

Razambek Zhamalov, who is helping to sharpen his compatriot's game, is a living wrestling legend. The fighter, Olympic champion in Paris 2024, has an extensive resume and is considered one of the best fighters of his generation.

رازامبيك صاحب ذهبية المصارعة باريس مع حمزة تشمايف، حذف الفيديو بعد دقائق من نشره. pic.twitter.com/EYKHvCQhFT

— فنون القتال بالعربية (@ArabicMMA) October 15, 2024

Chimaev vs Whittaker

Chimaev prepares to face Robert whittaker No. UFC 308, in a fight that takes place on October 26. The Swede, undefeated in the UFC and with a streak of 13 victories in his career, comes into the fight as the favorite.

Whittaker, the former middleweight champion, is looking to regain the opportunity to fight for the belt.