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Khamzat Chimaev’s recent comments suggest that he’s okay with not getting an immediate title rematch.
Sean Strickland dethroned Chimaev at UFC 328 by split decision, after which “Borz” postponed his plans of moving up to the light heavyweight division and called out Strickland numerous times for a rematch. However, Strickland has other plans.
He wants to defend his title against top contender Nassourdine Imavov, whom “Tarzan” has beaten already by unanimous decision in 2023.
Strickland wants Chimaev to return to winning ways before getting another title shot, and Chimaev’s latest comments suggest that he is game to secure a win over a top contender before attempting to reclaim the middleweight title.
Most recently, there have been rumors that Imavov will run it back with current and two-time UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland in December at UFC 335. “The Sniper” has also claimed that the UFC brass has promised him the next title shot. Reacting to the same, Chimaev, in an interview with Ushatayka, said:
“There’s no surprise. How long has Imavov been waiting now? He’s already the contender. Whoever wins, we’ll take him.”
The Chechen-born Emirati also added he’s not going to move up to 205 pounds until he dismantles everybody at 185 pounds.
“Until we break everybody at 185 [pounds], I am not going anywhere.”
Check out Khamzat Chimaev’s comments below:
🚨 Khamzat Chimaev reacts to the rumors of Sean Strickland defending his title against Nassourdine Imavov in December:
"There's no surprise. How long has Imavov been waiting now? He's already the contender. Whoever wins, we'll take him."
He also says he's staying at… pic.twitter.com/Ke42SjzOLy
Caio Borralho responds to Khamzat Chimaev’s call-out
Team Fighting Nerds’ Caio Borralho most recently responded to Khamzat Chimaev’s call-out. “Borz” wants to fight ASAP, and this past weekend, he called out Sean Strickland, Dricus du Plessis, Nassourdine Imavov, and Borralho.
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – MARCH 07: Caio Borralho of Brazil enters the Octagon in a middleweight fight during the UFC 326 event at T-Mobile Arena on March 07, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC)The Brazilian quickly accepted the call-out and, in reply, said that he would love to face Chimaev in Madison Square Garden in November (UFC 334) or T-Mobile Arena in December (UFC 335).
“Finally, someone called my name! My brother u know I love you, and I’m ready MSG November or T Mobile December! Just let me know ❤️”
Check out Khamzat Chimaev and Caio Borralho’s comments below:
Finally someone called my name! My brother u know I love you, and I’m ready MSG November or T Mobile December! Just let me know ❤️ https://t.co/wKL2mq4tZe
— Caio Borralho (@BorralhoCaio) August 31, 2026
Subham is a writer and editor with experience spanning MMA, Health & Fitness, true crime, and pop culture. He has previously worked with Sportskeeda MMA, SK True Crime, and SK Pop, Movies, and Shows.
He currently covers the UFC for LowKickMMA and MMA Pros Picks.
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