Shamil Gaziev confirms 140kg weight before UFC Perth camp, now down to 119kg

Shamil Gaziev revealed he weighed 140 kilograms before beginning his training camp for his upcoming heavyweight bout. The Russian heavyweight addressed speculation about weight management in the division, confirming he spent the last six weeks on a strict diet. According to his social media posts, Gaziev has successfully cut down to 119 kilograms and expects no issues at the weigh-in. He had previously discussed his out-of-camp weight in a recent interview, clarifying the context of his fluctuating weight numbers.