Kadyrov also allegedly convinced Chimaev to not retire in March 2021 and go back to Chechnya, which led to speculation on the media on whether Chimaev had been forced to do so. [ 127 ] [ 128 ] Chimaev has sparred with Kadyrov, and appeared in multiple photoshoots with Kadyrov.

Oct 31, 2023 · UFC star Khamzat Chimaev recently changed his nationality and became a citizen of the UAE. Find out his connection with Sweden and Chechnya.

Oct 26, 2024 · Khamzat Chimaev is a Chechen-born Russian mixed martial artist now fighting out of the UAE. He has a flawless professional MMA record of 14 wins and no losses. Before MMA, he excelled in judo and wrestling. He trains at Allstars Training Center and signed with the UFC, making his debut in 2020.

Oct 27, 2024 · Khamzat Chimaev has put forth a message to the polarizing political leader Ramzan Kadyrov following his spectacular victory at UFC 308. Chimaev's message also featured footage of himself...

Oct 25, 2024 · Discover which flag Khamzat Chimaev represents and learn about his current nationality after moving from Chechnya to Sweden.

Oct 14, 2023 · Khamzat Chimaev was born on May 1, 1994, in the village of Gvardeyskoye in Chechnya, Russia. It was then a de facto independent state called the Chechen Republic of Ichkeria. Chimaev started his endeavor in the world of combat sports at the age of five, and since then he has been unstoppable.

Oct 26, 2024 · Khamzat Chimaev is a professional mixed martial artist who's been making waves in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). Born in Chechnya, he fights out of Sweden, showcasing a blend of wrestling and striking that's caught the attention of fans worldwide.

Jul 19, 2024 · Khamzat Chimaev is back in Chechnya after spending a turbulent three weeks going in and out of hospitals in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Whatever mystery illness struck him down also wrecked...

Aug 27, 2024 · Accomplished freestyle wrestling champion Chimaev was inspired to start MMA by Conor McGregor's 13-second KO win. Chimaev holds the record for fastest back-to-back UFC wins, but almost retired due to lingering COVID-19 complications. Khamzat Chimaev was born in Gvardeyskoye, Chechnya, Russia, on May 1st, 1994.

Sep 23, 2023 · Khamzat Chimaev is on the verge of earning a title shot in the UFC if he wins at UFC 293. He has recently decided to change his representation from Sweden to the UAE. This shift is noteworthy because he’s competed in the UAE for five out of his seven UFC fights.