Dana White says Chimaev fully realized potential despite difficulties

Dana White commented on Khamzat Chimaev's weight-cutting struggles and career trajectory following UFC 328. White noted that Chimaev started at welterweight and now struggles to make middleweight, attributing the difficulty to lifestyle changes that come with success. Despite the challenges, White stated that Chimaev has fully realized his potential. The UFC president reflected that when you first see someone special and they become a UFC champion, that represents 100% realization of their abilities. White's comments came after Chimaev's split decision loss to Sean Strickland. The statement suggests White views Chimaev's championship achievement with Dricus Du Plessis as fulfilling his early promise.