Is Khamzat Chimaev engaged in a playful game of hide and seek with the UFC, or is there a deeper motive behind his prolonged absence?
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Is Khamzat Chimaev engaged in a playful game of hide and seek with the UFC, or is there a deeper motive behind his prolonged absence from the octagon? Chimaev’s last appearance was at UFC 279 in September when his weight mishap caused quite a stir during the PPV. Now, after a span of nine months, Borz’s comeback remains shrouded in mystery, leaving fans in the dark.
In recent weeks, rumors circulated about a potential showdown between Khamzat Chimaev and Kamaru Usman, sparking discussions among fans. However, these speculations were swiftly dismissed by UFC president Dana White, who cited the difference in weight divisions between Chimaev and Usman as the primary reason. Adding to the intrigue, a veteran of the UFC has now made a startling revelation, shedding light on a potential explanation behind Chimaev’s prolonged absence.
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A video surfaced featuring Chael Sonnen, a revered figure in the UFC, discussing the scrapped bout between Chimaev and Usman. Sonnen delved into the topic for a duration of ten minutes, providing insights into the potential rationale behind the Swedish fighter’s extended hiatus from the UFC.
“There’s a rumor that Chimaev can’t travel, for passport reasons. Fight at Fight Island! Nobody wants rumors said about them, but this one won’t go away,” Chael Sonnen said.
Furthermore, according to the insights shared by Chael Sonnen, even Chimaev’s own team appears to be unwilling to quash the persistent rumor, indicating its potential validity.
“And you want to know something else? Nobody stepped up to stop it. Chimaev has got coaches, they have the stick to stop it. And then we’ll see Chimaev in other places. See, so here’s the story that’s believed – Chimaev can’t travel, he can’t go to fight Island.”
In a conversation between Brendan Allen and Laura Sanko, an exchange of knowing laughter took place while discussing Jared Cannonier’s forthcoming fight. A similar undercurrent of implication emerged during the post-fight press conference at UFC Jacksonville when the topic resurfaced. Although unverified, rumors have started to circulate, speculating that Jared Cannonier could potentially be lined up to face Khamzat Chimaev as his next opponent.
When pressed by the media about the swirling rumors concerning a potential showdown between Jared Cannonier and Khamzat Chimaev, Brendan Allen tactfully refrained from offering a conclusive answer.
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