Dana White addressed questions about why Khamzat Chimaev started at welterweight and now struggles to make middleweight, attributing the difficulty to lifestyle changes that come with success. White stated that Chimaev has fully realized his potential, explaining that when you first see someone and think they're special, and they go on to become a UFC champion, that represents 100% realization of their abilities. The UFC president made these comments at UFC 328 following Chimaev's title fight. White's remarks suggest he views Chimaev's career trajectory positively despite the weight management challenges.
UFC 328
Saturday, May 9, 2026
