Khamzat Chimaev only wants to fight for the middleweight title next, regardless of the opponent.
The undefeated Chechen-born Swede made a legitimate case for a title shot with his bonus-winning performance in a matchup that was billed as a potential title eliminator. However, standing in his way isin June. While Dana White had previously promised Strickland the next shot, he said he’ll need some time to think after Chimaev’s win over “Bobby Knuckles.” Strickland meanwhile, lost no time in reminding everyone of his allegedly confirmed title contender status immediately after UFC 308.
“Understand one thing.... I am next in line..... It’s been said, it’s been written... January/February me and are scrapping,” Strickland wrote on X. “Go back to Chechnya and wait a few months..... wait.. sorry UAE... you're not allowed in Chechnya...But hey, crypto scams while you wait.” Go back to Chechnya and wait a few months..... wait.. sorry UAE... you're not allowed in Chechnya...But hey crypto scams while you waitMeanwhile, “Borz” only wants to fight for the title next and is willing to wait for the opportunity. Chimaev doesn’t have any preference of opponents as long as he gets his gold bid next.in June but was forced out due to severe illness. Chimaev’s health issues have been linked to his workout regimen, which often bordered on overtraining.
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