Khamzat Chimaev spent $600-700k building wrestling gym in Chechen village

Khamzat Chimaev revealed he invested between $600,000 and $700,000 to build a wrestling facility for children in his home village in Chechnya. The fighter explained that he fights not just for himself and uses his earnings to help people in his community, including assisting with medical expenses when villagers call for help. Chimaev defended his earning potential against critics who question his activity level, stating he makes millions from UFC and even more outside the octagon through sponsorships and business opportunities due to building his name recognition. He expressed gratitude for his UFC earnings and pride in living his dream while dismissing critics who only talk without taking action. Chimaev emphasized that the money he earns provides opportunities to support others in meaningful ways.