Joaquin Buckley isn’t just calling out the best fighters in the world he’s putting cash on the line to prove a point. The rising welterweight contender (21-7 MMA, 11-5 UFC) has aimed his latest challenge directly at UFC middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev, daring the undefeated star to stand with him for a single round without wrestling.
Buckley, known for his highlight-reel knockouts and relentless callouts. Went public with the challenge in an Instagram video. Once again showing his willingness to poke at the UFC’s most dangerous names.
Buckley mocked Chimaev’s recent striking footage by predicting “The Wolf” would immediately shoot for a takedown as he often does and laid down a financial bet.