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InterviewUFC 328

Dana White explains Chimaev's weight struggles and championship success

May 10, 2026, 6:06 AM
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Dana White addressed questions about why Khamzat Chimaev started at welterweight and now struggles to make middleweight. White attributed the difficulty to lifestyle changes that come with success. Despite these challenges, White stated that Chimaev has fully realized his potential. White recalled his initial impression that Chimaev was special and noted that the fighter has now become a UFC champion, achieving 100% of what White expected. The comments came in the context of discussing Chimaev's career trajectory and weight management.

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Khamzat Chimaev

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UFC 328

Saturday, May 9, 2026

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