Chimaev focused before fighting in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/khamzat_chimaev
Khamzat Shimaev He is determined to face it. Alex Poatán And he won't give up until the super fight happens. After becoming the UFC middleweight champion (up to 83,9 kg) in August in Chicago (USA), the Russian expressed his desire to move up to light heavyweight (up to 93 kg) in search of a second title in a different category. As the Brazilian returned to the top of the division in October, 'Borz' pursued him again.
Now, Chimaev has innovated in his 'trash talk'. During a live stream answering questions from his fans, when asked if he could beat Poatan, the athlete exuded confidence and even threw shade at him. Glover TeixeiraWithout hesitation, the Russian stated that he would not only defeat the renowned striker, but also the former fighter, all at the same time.
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This wasn't the first time Khamzat expressed a desire to fight the Brazilian and provoked him. However, Poatan has already stated he has no interest in facing the Russian in the light heavyweight division. In any case, 'Borz' intensifies the rivalry between them with this new move.
"Of course I can beat him (Alex) and his coach together. What's his name? Teixeira, yes. With Teixeira by my side. I would beat them both," said the UFC champion.
Chimaev's next fight
For his first UFC middleweight title defense, Khamzat Shimaev see Nassourdine Imavov increasingly closer to challenger status. Besides the athlete, the Russian, champion of the category, could also have as an opponent... anthony hernandez ou Brendan allen.
Khamzat Shimaev says he can beat Alex Pereira and Glover Teixeira in one night
I could beat [Alex] with his coach Teixeira together. I will beat them both [at some point].” pic.twitter.com/W2zCwzk195
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