The undefeated MMA athlete Khamzat Chimaev is rumored to face Alex Pereira, the UFC Gentle Heavyweight Champion, in a possible blockbuster battle. A former UFC Champion says regardless of Chimaev going up a weight class, defeating ‘Poatan’ can be simple for ‘Borz.’
Alex Pereira vs. Khamzat Chimaev
Khamzat Chimaev is famend for his dominant wrestling and relentless stress in MMA. He has an unbeaten background in freestyle wrestling on the nationwide degree in Sweden. Not too long ago, he showcased his expertise by defeating former champion Robert Whittaker at UFC 308. The win earned reward from ‘The Reaper’ Whittaker, who described him as an distinctive expertise within the sport.
Regardless of his loss, Whittaker supplied insights into how a matchup between Chimaev and Alex Pereira would possibly unfold. Talking on the MMAArcade podcast, Whittaker predicted that Chimaev’s wrestling may give him the sting early within the battle.
Nonetheless, he cautioned that if Chimaev’s stamina falters, Pereira’s elite putting and knockout energy may take over, doubtlessly turning the battle right into a “slaughter.”
Pereira, a former UFC Middleweight Champion and one of the crucial feared strikers within the sport is understood for his devastating left hook and talent to take care of precision even when fatigued. ‘Poatan’ comes from a kickboxing background the place he was feared for his large energy.
Khamzat Chimaev has expressed ambitions to change into a triple-division champion. He’s longing for the chance to problem Alex Pereira. Following his victory at UFC 308, Chimaev reiterated his want to say titles in a number of divisions, though UFC President Dana White has but to verify any plans. Khamzat Chimaev was handed over for a middleweight title shot in opposition to Dricus Du Plessis.
In the meantime, Pereira lately hinted on social media that his subsequent battle received’t be in opposition to Magomed Ankalaev, fueling hypothesis a few conflict with Chimaev.
If the battle materializes, it is going to pit Chimaev’s grappling energy in opposition to Pereira’s putting energy. Whittaker’s endorsement of Chimaev as a possible victor provides to the intrigue, however he additionally acknowledges the risks Pereira poses if the battle stretches into the later rounds. For now, followers can solely wait and speculate because the UFC finalizes its plans for 2 of the game’s most enjoyable athletes.
