Ahead of an rumored middleweight move for undefeated uber-prospect, Khamzat Chimaev, the AllStars MMA staple has opened as neither a betting favorite nor underdog against former UFC champion, Robert Whittaker – with markets currently offering pick ‘em money on both.
Boasting an undefeated 12-0 professional record, former Brave CF contender, Chimaev most recently co-headlined UFC 279 back in September of last year against Kevin Holland – securing his sixth Octagon victory with a dominant, opening round D’Arce choke victory.
Chimaev was initially scheduled to headline the pay-per-view event against former lightweight title challenger, Nate Diaz in his first flagship event main event feature for the organization, however, the matchup was shelved by the Nevada State Athletic Commission, after Chimaev missed weight by a staggering seven and a half pounds.