Khamzat Chimaev has signed a contract with the wrestling league RAF, expanding his combat sports activities beyond MMA. The announcement refers to Chimaev by the nickname "Borz" and was presented with a visual confirmation of the signing. No specific details about upcoming matches or opponents were provided in the post. The channel asked followers who they would like to see Chimaev face in the wrestling organization. This represents Chimaev's formal entry into competitive wrestling through the RAF promotion.
Khamzat Chimaev has added another combat sports venture to his resume, signing a contract with the wrestling promotion RAF. The announcement, which referred to the fighter by his nickname "Borz," was accompanied by a visual confirmation of the signing. No details about scheduled matches or potential opponents were included, though the organization invited fans to weigh in on who they would like to see him compete against.
Chimaev, 32, represents the United Arab Emirates and trains out of Allstars Training Center. Currently ranked first in the UFC middleweight division and tenth in the pound-for-pound standings, he carries a professional MMA record of 15 wins and one loss. His grappling credentials are well documented inside the octagon — he averages 5.29 takedowns per 15 minutes and lands 4.04 significant strikes per minute at a striking accuracy of 60 percent, a combination that reflects the wrestling-heavy, physically dominant style that has defined his career.
Why it matters
- Chimaev's formal entry into RAF adds competitive wrestling to his portfolio alongside his UFC middleweight campaign.
- His elite takedown volume in MMA suggests a natural transition to organized wrestling competition.
- The move raises questions about scheduling and how it fits alongside his commitments at the top of the UFC middleweight rankings.
- Fan interest in potential wrestling opponents could generate significant crossover attention for the RAF promotion.
