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When two different sport-worlds collide, extraordinary moments are born. Such was the case recently when the realms of MMA and football came together. Recently, an unexpected and exhilarating encounter took place as Swedish football legend Zlatan Ibrahimovic joined forces with rising MMA star Khamzat Chimaev in a gym in Sweden. The collision of these two iconic figures left fans buzzing with excitement and speculation.

Zlatan Ibrahimovic recently retired from professional football, leaving behind a legacy of skill, passion, and an undeniable aura of greatness. On the other hand, Khamzat Chimaev has been creating a stir in the MMA community with his commanding performances inside the octagon.

Fans react as Khamzat Chimaev and Zlatan Ibrahimovic pose together

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In a social media post that sent shockwaves through the sports community, the two Swedish athletes posed together in an MMA cage. The picture is from a Swedish gym where Ibrahimovic and Chimaev trained together. In the picture, the football legend can be seen handing over his iconic jersey to ‘Borz’.

As expected, fans erupted with excitement and anticipation upon witnessing the meeting of these two larger-than-life figures. The comments section was quickly filled with a mixture of awe, humor, and speculation. Here are some of the fan reactions.

  • “Rare Zlatan L”
  • “Zlatan new career in MMa ?”
  • “Stop supporting a guy who considers himself God”
  • “Aw Khamzat will Suplex zlatan”
  • “Elite photo… When greatness meets greatness”

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  • “Strongest man in sweeden and khamzat chimaev.”
  • “The guy in the left would easy smash the guy on the right”
  • “bro gonna start a new career now”
  • “The legend and a retired MMA figher”
  • “Dude doesn’t even fight anymore.”
  • “That’s so f***in awesome”

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Earlier interactions between Khamzat Chimaev and Zlatan Ibrahimovic

The two famous personalities have shown appreciation and support towards each other numerous times in the past. In 2022, Ibrahimovic’s team AC Milan won the Serie A title after 11 years. Celebrating this achievement, Chimaev posted a story on his Instagram account, tagging the former footballer.

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Moreover, ‘Ibra’ also showcased his support for Chimaev, by posting a story for him before his fight against Gilbert Burns. Sports fans all around the world will always cherish the positive bond between Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Khamzat Chimaev. Can we see the football legend in attendance to support Chimaev in his next fight? Let’s wait and see. What do you make of this duo? Tell us in the comments below.

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