
Khamzat Shimaev in victory in UFC 294. Photo: Reproduction/Twitter @UFC
Khalil rountree believes that no UFC fighter is prepared to deal with Khamzat ShimaevUndefeated in his career with 17 wins, 'The Wolf' crowned his trajectory by winning the middleweight belt (up to 83,9kg) after a hit by car about Dricus Du Plessis No. UFC 319Although the dominance imposed on the South African is rare in MMA, in the 'War Horse's' view, the outcome would be similar against any other opponent in the category.
During an appearance on the 'Jaxxon Podcast', Khalil rountree He highlighted the intensity and control shown by Chimaev whenever he enters the octagon. According to the American, the lack of extensive material on the champion does not diminish the impression of absolute superiority, marked by total control of the action and the ability to completely neutralize his opponents.
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"I don't see anyone who demonstrates the intensity and control necessary to deal with the problem that is..." Khamzat Shimaev“We don’t have much footage of him. Every time we see him go in there to fight, he’s simply a bear trap for his opponents. It’s like there’s no fear, total control, and he leaves these guys completely paralyzed. Has anyone ever gone in there and done to their opponents what he did to his? It looks like a one-way street runaround,” he said. Khalil rountree.
Khamzat Chimaev wants to face Poatan at UFC Casa Branca

Ales Poatan (left) was challenged by Khamzat Shimaev (dir.). Photo: SUPER FIGHTS montage
Although he has not yet defended his middleweight title, Khamzat Shimaev he hasn't forgotten the plan to confront Alex Poatán and already has a specific stage in mind. After hitting Dricus Du Plessis Having won the title, 'Lobo' made it clear that he is interested in pursuing his second UFC belt, this time in the light heavyweight division (up to 93 kg), aiming for a fight against the Brazilian and suggesting UFC Casa Branca as the ideal setting for the bout.
Published on 'X', Khamzat Shimaev He reinforced the provocation by directly mentioning the possible duel and demonstrated extreme confidence by promising a quick victory should the confrontation materialize.
“Let’s go to the White House. Don’t worry, I’ll finish you off real quick!”, Chimaev wrote and tagged Alex Poatán.
Let's go White House 🦾
Don't worry, I will finish you fast @AlexPereiraUFC ⚰️
— Khamzat Shimaev (@KChimaev) January 12, 2026
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