Analysis: Chimaev moving to light heavyweight faces significant challenges

Khamzat Chimaev is moving up to light heavyweight, with Jiri Prochazka mentioned as the most interesting matchup given their history. The analyst expresses concern about Chimaev's chances at 205 pounds, noting he will lose two key advantages: reach and physical strength. At light heavyweight, all fighters will be over 190 cm tall and physically strong, eliminating his ability to throw opponents around as he did at middleweight and welterweight. The post warns that if Chimaev fades as he did in round two against Strickland or round five against Du Plessis, one or two shots from above could end fights quickly at the heavier weight. Fully adapting to the new division could take years, and there are health concerns about him cutting weight from 105-108 kg down to 93 kg, especially given his history of cardio issues that may stem from overtraining or underlying conditions.