Dana White revealed that Khamzat Chimaev approached him after his fight and requested to move up to light heavyweight, stating he no longer wants to compete at his current weight class. White admitted he hadn't yet considered potential matchups for Chimaev at 205 pounds but expressed that the transition to light heavyweight would be interesting. The request came immediately following Chimaev's performance at UFC 328, suggesting dissatisfaction with the weight cut or the weight class itself. White's comments indicate the UFC is open to exploring this option, though specific plans have not been formulated. This would mark a significant change in Chimaev's career trajectory after competing at welterweight and middleweight.
Saturday, May 9, 2026
