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Nassourdine Imavov disclosed that the UFC had targeted December and February dates for his middleweight title fight against champion Khamzat Chimaev, but Chimaev's injury derailed the plans. Imavov, on a five-fight win streak over top-10 contenders, believes he deserves the next shot amid a crowded division featuring Sean Strickland's recent win over Anthony Hernandez. Both fighters expressed willingness to fight despite friendship, though Chimaev eyes a move to light heavyweight against Alex Pereira. Dana White insists champions defend before vacating. This injury shakes up the 185-pound title picture, potentially elevating Imavov or Strickland next. Expect UFC to announce a defense soon to clarify the path.[1]
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