After months of frustration and confusion, Khamzat Chimaev fans’ wait for clarification may finally be coming to an end. Following a dominant performance against Robert Whittaker in Abu Dhabi, Chimaev appeared to have secured a middleweight title opportunity. However, in an odd move, the UFC moved focus to a Sean Strickland rematch, leaving many wondering where ‘Borz’ stood in the title picture. However, momentum has switched again, and it appears like the organization is finally returning to the Chechen phenom.
Khamzat Chimaev’s team has finally broken their silence, and the message is clear: fight news is on the way. While they did not confirm a formal booking, they implied that all signs lead to a championship clash in the coming months. “Khamzat’s championship fight may be announced in the near future. There are still some nuances, but everything is heading in that direction. Such a fight is possible in June.” It’s the most definitive update fans have seen in months, and it signals that the UFC is finally ready to cash in on one of its most exciting matchups: Chimaev vs. Dricus Du Plessis.
The timing aligns perfectly with the UFC’s upcoming International Fight Week, which is known for its stacked card and numerous title fights. Dana White recently fanned rumors, teasing that a huge fight announcement involving Chimaev would be made before April 18. “Many want to see Chimaev in the main event… It’s going to be fun! Stay tuned for Tuesday,” White stated. And, while he would not mention names, the hype around the South African champion and his undefeated opponent has only grow louder in recent days.
Now that Du Plessis has the title and Chimaev’s team has suggested June as a target, fans may finally get the fight they’ve been waiting for. It’s a stylistic confrontation between raw aggression and championship poise—the UFC’s most feared finisher and its most surprising champion. And if rumors are true, the middleweight division is set to be turned upside down this summer. And to be fair, it seems that this fight will be taking place after all, as this isn’t the only update we got on the fact. In fact, the UFC backstage too has a lot of buzz surrounding this mega fight.
Insider scoops on the Khamzat Chimaev vs. Dricus Du Plessis fight
While Khamzat Chimaev’s team has fuelled the fire with rumors of a June clash, whispers from the UFC’s inner circle are sounding more like confirmation than speculation. Behind the scenes, the conversation becomes louder, and various plugged-in figures are beginning to echo the same message: the fight will finally take place. The parts are coming together, and it appears that we are no longer waiting “if,” but “when.” The UFC machine doesn’t stir this much unless something big is on the verge of breaking.
One such voice is noted analyst Jack Lewis, who recently captured the pulse of the MMA world with his insights. According to him, ‘Borz’ isn’t simply in line for the spotlight; he’s supposed to steal the show. “Fans are confident that Chimaev will get a chance to become the star of this International Fight Week,” Lewis stated, implying that the promotion believes the undefeated juggernaut will provide an explosive performance. Furthermore, renowned insider Igor Lazorin has stated that the fight announcement is only awaiting a few final logistical inspections. With visas and legalities allegedly nearing completion, Lazorin feels the green light might come very soon.
If that wasn’t enough smoke to signal a fire, Colby Covington may have dropped the final clue, either accidently (or purposely). During a livestream with Neon, the outspoken welterweight casually spilled what appears to be a confirmed co-main event: “I think the 85 title fight between Dricus Du Plessis versus Khamzat Chimaev.” Whether or not the UFC wanted that out there right now, it matches every signal fans have been picking up. The setting is set, the competitors are prepared, and the middleweight championship is about to be tested in the fire. Who will you be supporting? Let us know in the comments.
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