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Khamzat Chimaev Targets Winner of Strickland vs. Imavov for UFC Return, Claims 'I'm the Real Champion'

Khamzat Chimaev Targets Winner of Strickland vs. Imavov for UFC Return, Claims 'I'm the Real Champion'
World Sports · 12:46:17 - Monday, 9 November 2026

UFC middleweight contender Khamzat Chimaev has declared his intention to face the winner of the upcoming bout between Sean Strickland and Nassourdine Imavov upon his return to the octagon. Chimaev, who has been sidelined, stated that he considers himself the "real champion" in the division.

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