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Khamzat Chimaev willing to fight Alex Pereira at light heavyweight

May 7, 2026
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Khamzat Chimaev

Khamzat Chimaev

Alex Pereira

Alex Pereira

Khamzat Chimaev has expressed his willingness to compete against Alex Pereira in the light heavyweight division. This statement indicates Chimaev's openness to moving up in weight and challenging one of the sport's most dangerous strikers. Pereira currently reigns as the UFC light heavyweight champion and is known for his devastating knockout power. A potential matchup between the two would represent a significant stylistic clash between Chimaev's grappling-heavy approach and Pereira's elite striking. No official discussions or timeline for such a bout have been confirmed by the UFC.

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