Dana White confirms Chimaev wants to move to light heavyweight after UFC 328

UFC President Dana White revealed that Khamzat Chimaev approached him immediately after the UFC 328 main event requesting a move to light heavyweight. According to White, Chimaev explicitly stated he no longer wants to compete in the middleweight division. White acknowledged he hasn't yet determined who Chimaev would face at 205 pounds but expressed interest in the move. The announcement confirms widespread speculation about Chimaev's weight class future following visible struggles making middleweight. White's comments suggest the UFC is open to facilitating Chimaev's transition to the higher weight class. No timeline or specific opponent has been mentioned for Chimaev's potential light heavyweight debut.