Khamzat Chimaev's coach explains the UFC's decision regarding the first challenger for 'The Wolf's' title.

Khamzat Chimaev in victory at UFC 294 (Photo: Instagram/UFC Europe)

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Chimaev may be close to having his future defined in the Ultimate. The Chechen, who dominated Dricus du Plessis at UFC 319 and became middleweight champion (up to 83,9 kg), is still waiting for the announcement of his first challenger to the throne. Among the candidates, according to his coach, are Nassourdine Imavov , who defeated Caio Borralho , as well as Sean Strickland and Anthony Hernandez , who will face each other in the main event of UFC Houston, scheduled for next Saturday (21).

In an interview with MMA Fighting, Alan Finfou indicated that the organization should wait for the outcome of the fight between Anthony Hernandez and Sean Strickland to assess which opponent would have greater commercial appeal to challenge for the belt, compared to Nassourdine Imavov , the current title contender.

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"I think the UFC is waiting for the fight between 'Fluffy' and Strickland to see what would sell more, the winner of that fight or Imavov, who is the current challenger," said Alan Finfou.

Khamzat Chimaev wants to face Alex Poatan in the UFC

Ales Poatan (left) was challenged by Khamzat Chimaev (right). Photo: SUPER LUTAS montage

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Although, by all indications, his next fight should take place in the middleweight division, Khamzat Chimaev has already made it clear that he intends to have only one more fight in that category. 'The Wolf's' desire is to move up to light heavyweight (up to 93 kg) to try and win his second belt in a super fight against Alex Poatan.

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