Khamzat Chimaev has revealed he spent between $600,000 and $700,000 to construct a wrestling gym for children in his village in Chechnya. In an interview on the Beyond The Win channel, Chimaev explained that he fights not only for himself but to help others, and that money provides opportunities to assist people in his community. He also helps with other needs such as medical expenses when villagers reach out to him. Chimaev responded to criticism about his activity level by saying he doesn't care because he earns millions from the UFC and even more outside of fighting through sponsorships and business opportunities. He stated he is happy with what the UFC pays him and is living his dream.
