Khamzat Chimaev has explained why he likes his chances in a possible superfight against Alex Pereira.
As we know, Khamzat Chimaev is the UFC middleweight champion, and Alex Pereira is the UFC light heavyweight champion. While Pereira is busy deciding between light heavyweight contenders and a move up to heavyweight, Chimaev is also interested in moving up as he continues to chase his goal of becoming a two-weight world champion.
Alas, Khamzat Chimaev also has contenders waiting for him at 185 pounds, even if it’s not quite clear as to who his next challenger is going to be (although Reinier de Ridder will be the clear choice if he wins at UFC Vancouver this weekend).