Chimaev nearly died during weight cut for Strickland fight, says Dillashaw

TJ Dillashaw revealed shocking details about Hamzat Chimaev's weight cut before facing Sean Strickland, based on conversations with nutritionist Sam Calavitta. Chimaev trusted the final stage of his weight cut to the wrong people and consumed only one-quarter of the necessary water, vomiting green bile and reaching near-death condition. The situation was complicated by Chimaev having only half a thyroid gland. Chimaev reportedly wanted to forfeit $1 million to Strickland rather than continue the cut. Dillashaw noted Chimaev entered fight week 16 pounds over the limit but criticized the team for not following Calavitta's hydration protocols.