Khamzat is a standout in the UFC middleweight division. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
One of the organization's most promising fighters, Khamzat Chimaev could reach the top of the middleweight division (up to 83,9 kg) in the main event of UFC 319. However, the Chechen will need to get past Dricus Du Plessis . Therefore, "The Wolf" is counting on the support of Abdulrashid Sadulaev, two-time Olympic freestyle wrestling champion in 2016 and 2020.
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The wrestler posted a video training grappling with Sadulaev this Friday (30). The Russian, just 29 years old and born in Dagestan, is widely recognized as one of the best wrestlers in Russian history. In addition to his Olympic achievements, he is also a six-time world champion and four-time European champion. Due to his country's ban by the Olympic committee, he was unable to participate in the Paris Games in 2024.
Olympic champion in camp:
Khamzat Chimaev sharpening his wrestling with Olympic champion Abdulrashid Sadulaev for his upcoming clash with Dricus Du Plessis.
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Chimaev is undefeated as a professional
At 31 years old, Lobo has never been defeated in 14 professional fights. Although he began his UFC career as a welterweight (up to 77,1 kg) and defeated names like Gilbert Burns , it was in the higher weight class where he established himself and will now compete for the title. Currently, he holds the third position in the division's rankings. The last time he stepped into the octagon, he easily defeated Robert Whittaker in the first round.
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