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Surging Welterweight Set to Debut at Middleweight
Khamzat Chimaev, the rising star in the UFC welterweight division, has stunned fans with his dramatic body transformation. Despite not stepping foot in the octagon for almost a year, Chimaev has been hard at work at the gym, resulting in a fuller and more muscular physique. The 29-year-old Russian prospect is set to make his middleweight debut at UFC 294 in Abu Dhabi.
Fans React to Chimaev's New Look
The news of Chimaev's body transformation quickly spread after he shared a photo of himself shadowboxing on Twitter. Fans were amazed by his increased size and bulk, with many commenting on his new massive appearance. Some expressed concerns about his ability to make weight at welterweight again, while others eagerly anticipated his middleweight debut.
Chimaev's Last Fight and Weight Struggles
Chimaev's last fight took place at UFC 279, where he faced Kevin Holland. However, he missed the welterweight non-title fight limit by a significant seven and a half pounds. This weight miss led to calls for him to move up to the middleweight division, and he will now face former 185lb title challenger Paulo Costa at UFC 294.
UFC 294: Exciting Card in Abu Dhabi
Chimaev's middleweight debut against Costa will be the co-main event on a stacked UFC 294 card in Abu Dhabi on October 21. The main event features a lightweight title rematch between former and current champions Islam Makhachev and Charles Oliveira. Fight fans can expect an action-packed night of MMA at the Etihad Arena.
