A fan recently tweeted a video of Khamzat Chimaev completing a take-down in intense training. In addition, this was in preparation for his potential fight against Colby Covington. Moreover, Chimaev, also known as ‘Borz’, is arguably the next big thing in the UFC middleweight division and a potential future UFC middleweight champion. He is yet to lose an MMA fight in his career and is preparing for his return to the octagon. He hasn’t fought since his victory against Kevin Holland at UFC 279.
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On the other hand, Covington is a former Interim UFC Welterweight Champion and is currently ranked #2 in the welterweight rankings. He is also preparing to make his octagon return after a hiatus following his victory against Jorge Masvidal via unanimous decision at UFC 272.
Moreover, there is a lot of talk about Covington and Chimaev facing each other. However, it remains to be seen whether they will fight inside the octagon or not. As the welterweight champion, Leon Edwards will be looking to defend his title against the former champion Kamaru Usman.
Fans react to the Chimaev completing an impressive take-down
The video of Chimaev‘s training has garnered attention from fans. It has spread a wave of excitement to see the two fighters potentially face off in the octagon. Chimaev‘s take-down skills are fully displayed in the video, showcasing his strength and technical proficiency.
Colby is finished pic.twitter.com/kmwY0nMyzu
— 𝕽𝖆𝖎𝖓𝖒𝖆𝖐𝖊𝖗❂ (@Sa_Gwang) December 23, 2022
A fan points out the similarity between ‘Borz’ and Makhachev:
bro wants to be islam sooo badly 🤦🏾♂️
— The Muslim Mali (@TheMusliMali) December 23, 2022
One fan said that Pimblett did the same:
Paddy did that to Vargas but he still lost to Gordon what’s ur point?
— Dylan♿️ (@_ElliottSZN) December 23, 2022
A Covington fan spoke up:
😂 I love how kids underestimate President of USA Sir colby Covington.
— French Farmer (@RatioTicTac) December 23, 2022
One fan compared him with Oliveira doing something similar but backs Chimaev:
Charles has a clip of him doing something similar unfortunately he was facing someone who actually is very good at not letting that happen to him. Think chimaev could do it tho
— Soap? (@Xoe55573458) December 23, 2022
Chimaev failed to impress one fan:
He started with a deep wizzer, good underhook and knee positioning. This isn’t impressive if you actually know how to grapple. Feed him to Colby
— Will go to war for McGregor (@VainakhSoldier) December 23, 2022
One fan said:
i don't want this fight to happen …if Colby says something about his mother…. things would go downhill from that moment! i don't think khamzat would be allowed to set foot in America after that….imo
— Burhan Abbas (@BurhanAbbasDar) December 23, 2022
A fan for some reasons called out Andrew Tate:
Bro is training at Tam Khan’s
Has he met the Top G? 👀— MMAFayce (@MMAFayce) December 23, 2022
Also, one fan gave his prediction:
I think khamzat subs Colby within three rounds
— Connor (@Connor2001_) December 23, 2022
Further, a fan called chicken on Khamzat:
Colby will never fight Khamzat like Jones will never fight Ngannou..
— aaftab khan (@imaaftabkhan) December 23, 2022
He should have done more for Till, according to one fan:
Why didn’t he teach that to Derren Till🤦🏾♂️
— Lung'san👑 (@Chilled_rocka) December 23, 2022
A deep analytical response by this fan:
Khamzat's only weakness is his cardio imo. As we know Colby has a gas tank but that's about ALL he's got.
— Mohamad Mehaiche (@MehaicheMohamad) December 23, 2022
Khamzat Chimaev wants to fight Alex Pereira next:
The Swedish fighter has shown interest in fighting Alex Pereira next for the UFC middleweight title. However, he will need to cut down a middleweight category. Hence, the winner of Chimaev vs Covington can potentially fight for the UFC welterweight title next.
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That said, Khamzat Chimaev first wants to compete for the middleweight belt against Alex Pereira. Overall, the video serves as a reminder of the hard work and dedication that goes into preparing for a UFC fight. It also highlights the potential for an exciting match-up between two talented and highly ranked fighters in the middleweight division.
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