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

UFC President Dana White revealed that Khamzat Chimaev approached him after UFC 328 and stated his intention to move up in weight. Chimaev told White directly: "I want to move up in weight. I don't want to fight in this weight class anymore." White admitted he hadn't yet considered specific opponents for Chimaev at light heavyweight, but acknowledged that the move to 205 pounds would be interesting. The revelation confirms speculation about Chimaev's struggles with the middleweight limit and suggests a significant shift in his career trajectory. White's comments indicate the UFC is open to the move despite not having immediate plans for matchmaking.