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Chimaev tells Dana White he wants to move up to light heavyweight

May 10, 2026, 5:33 AM
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After his bout at UFC 328, Khamzat Chimaev approached UFC President Dana White and expressed his desire to move up in weight class. Chimaev stated he no longer wants to fight at middleweight. White acknowledged the request and noted that while he hadn't yet thought about potential matchups at light heavyweight, Chimaev's move to that division would be interesting. The post-fight conversation suggests Chimaev may be looking to leave the middleweight division behind.

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UFC 328

Saturday, May 9, 2026

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