Khamzat Chimaev vs. Colby Covington is currently one of the most talked about fights among UFC fans. And looking at the stats of both the fighters, Chimaev was favored over Covington in this matchup. However, that stance has now changed after ‘Borz’ posted a picture of himself with the Head of the Chechen Republic, Ramzan Kadyrov, on his Instagram. Chimaev’s post has offended the fans on Reddit and as a result, they are harshly condemning the UFC fighter.

Prior to Chimaev, other UFC fighters like Justin Gaethje, Kamaru Usman, and Henry Cejudo were also spotted with Ramzan Kadyrov.

Khamzat Chimaev faces severe criticism from fans

A social media post can decide anyone’s fate today. And that’s precisely what Khamzat Chimaev just encountered as a result of a picture he posted on Instagram. Moreover, the same post was recently shared on a UFC subreddit with the caption, “You guys gonna pick Colby to win now?”.

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Responding to this, fans have now changed the course of their prior thoughts on Chimaev vs. Covington. Instead, Chimaev has received severe backlash on the same.

Take a look at how fans reacted to this controversial post:

A fan hopes that Colby uses this against Chimaev:

“I’m just hoping Colby has the s**k to bring this up in the press conference:”

Other fans mentioned the recent sighting of Kamaru Usman, Justin Gaethje, and Henry Cejudo with Ramzan Kadyrov.

“Lol there’s a video of Cejudo, Usman and Gaethje firing RPGs with kadyrov on his insta. This guy’s got all the ufc coming to chill with him”

Left with no choice, said a fan:

“Khamzat is the only one who probably actually has no choice”

Another fan accepted the harsh reality:

“I never thought anyone could make me cheer for Aljo and Colby, but here we are.”

Some harsh criticism there by a fan:

“Yeah right… He seems way to enthusiastic. F**k Khamzat for this. Absolutely disgusting”

One fan is rooting for Covington now:

“Never thought I’d say this, but… Kick his a** Colby!”

Another fan asked for releasing Chimaev:

“This pic alone should be enough for the UFC to release Khamzat. F**k him”

Social media, as they say, is not forgiving. And certainly never forgets. In light of the responses from the fans, Chimaev‘s post has had fairly damaging consequences on him.

Dana White gives his word for Chimaev vs. Covington

On a different note, Khamzat Chimaev and Colby Covington is a fight that the fans are really looking forward to. And not just fans, even Dana White likes the sound of it. In an interview with TheMacLife, White gave his word on making Chimaev vs. Covington happen alongside Edwards vs. Usman 3.

The interviewer suggested that Chimaev vs. Covington would be a solid co-main event for Leon Edwards vs. Kamaru Usman 3 main card. Dana White responded in agreement and said, “I agree with you. I am on it. I’ll get it done.”

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As of now, the fans are not having it with Khamzat Chimaev. Will they forget and forgive? Or will this stick with Chimaev for long? Time will tell.