“Biggest capper in UFC” – Khamzat Chimaev challenging Robert Whittaker to never-seen-before 10-round fight doesn’t sit well with fans
Khamzat Chimaev proposes a 10-round fight with Robert Whittaker at UFC debut event in Saudi Arabia
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Khamzat Chimaev pitches a ten-round bout against Robert Whittaker (via Imago)
The UFC’s first event in Saudi Arabia has the potential to become one of the best Fight Night cards ever. In a surprising move, rising star Khamzat Chimaev has thrown down the gauntlet. He challenged former champion Robert Whittaker to a never-before-seen 10-round fight.
Chimaev felt confident in his ability to go ten rounds with Whittaker at the upcoming UFC event in Saudi Arabia. This challenge came out of the blue. This may be due to several athletes and analysts taking a jibe at Chiamev’s cardio. Chimaev posted about the challenge in a now-deleted tweet.
10 rounds let's go first ever time let's do it @ufc @danawhite.Khamzat Chimaev via X
The typical championship fights in the UFC are contested over five rounds. This makes Khamzat Chimaev‘s request for a double-length bout all the more intriguing. It’s a move that has left many scratching their heads. The prospect of a 10-round war between these two elite middleweights has fight fans salivating.
Whittaker is the seasoned veteran who is going against the rising juggernaut Chimaev. It’s a clash of styles and personalities that has all the makings of an instant classic. Whether the UFC brass will bite on Chimaev’s audacious request remains to be seen. But one thing is certain: if this fight comes to fruition, the MMA world will be tuning in to witness history in the making.
Fight fans reacts to Khamzat Chimaev’s 10-round suggestion
The MMA world was left scratching its head after Khamzat Chimaev made a stunning proposal. The undefeated middleweight contender wanted to take on Robert Whittaker in a never-before-seen 10-round fight. This would potentially take place at the upcoming UFC event in Saudi Arabia if the UFC accepts. The chances of UFC accepting it remain low.
The reactions from fans on social media were a mix of amusement and outright skepticism. Many questioned whether the Chechen powerhouse has bitten off more than he can chew. The general consensus was that Chimaev’s cardio issues have been evident even in his shorter fights. Here are some of the reactions from fight fans:
The MMA community continues to digest Chimaev’s proposal. The prospect of a 10-round showdown between Chimaev and Whittaker has captured the imagination of fight fans. One thing is certain – the reactions have been nothing short of entertaining. On the other hand, the UFC will sanction a ten-round fight due to its reliance on traditional rules of MMA.
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