Khamzat Chimaev has named his idols in combat sports, placing legendary figures above all current MMA fighters. Chimaev stated that no MMA fighter, including himself, has reached the level of Jon Jones, Mike Tyson, Muhammad Ali, and wrestler Buvaisar Saitiev. The welterweight contender emphasized that all current fighters are still far from these icons. He believes that something truly special would need to be accomplished to approach their legendary status. The comment reflects Chimaev's respect for combat sports history and his acknowledgment of the distance between current competitors and all-time greats.
