Chimaev had weight cut problems before UFC 328, requests Abu Dhabi rematch

Khamzat Chimaev's brother revealed that Khamzat experienced serious weight cutting issues before UFC 328. With 1.2 kg remaining to lose, his body shut down and refused to cooperate. A doctor was called, but after some time they decided to continue the weight cut and successfully made weight. According to his brother, the fight should have been canceled given the circumstances. Despite the difficult preparation and subsequent loss to Sean Strickland, Chimaev has requested a rematch to take place in the fall at an Abu Dhabi event.