The Middleweight division is going through a metamorphosis͏, and the outcome ͏of Sean Strickland‘s title bout against Dricus Du Plessis holds the key to the fate of the ͏division. Even if Strickland secures a win against Du Plessis, he’ll have Khamzat Chimaev waiting with bated breath, ready to snatch the title away.

Dana White initially pledged a title shot for Chimaev upon defeating Kamaru Usman. However, due to a combination of immunity concerns and injuries, “Borz” had to step away from the title scene. Now that he’s back, he’s assertively vying for that long-promised title shot. The middleweight contender issued a warning to Strickland warning him of dire consequences.

Khamzat Chimaev reminds Dana White about his promise

To take you down the memory land: Dana White had assured “Borz” a title shot post his victory at UFC 294, but unforeseen circumstances forced him to step back from the opportunity. Sean Strickland and Dricus Du Plessis are gearing up for a showdown to claim the middleweight gold. However, the 29-year-old made a bold statement by declaring that he’s on the hunt to seize it for himself.

While having a conversation with the media, Chimaev asserted that Strickland should be wary about his actions as he is coming soon to get his hands on the middleweight title.“[Sean Strickland] has to be afraid. I’m coming for him. If he wins against [Dricus du Plessis], for sure, we’re going to fight, 100 percent should be. They promised me that fight. Now we’re going to wait [to see] who is winning that fight and take the belt.” said Chimaev.

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The MMA fighter was absent from the octagon for an extended period, and it was disclosed that he had been grappling with a skin infection and ͏a hand injury. This kept him away from action. Now that he has returned, Chimaev is pushing for a title shot. However, fans have varying opinions on Chimaev’s quest for the title.͏

Fans issue mixed responses to Chimaev’s warning to Strickland

As soon as Chimaev’s statement about the title shot went viral fans took to the internet to express their opinion. Some of the comments by the fans are as follows:-

One fan reminded the young fighter that his win against Kamaru Usman may not be deemed to be worthy of a title shot.

Love khamzat but draw against a ww isin’t title worthy shot

Another fan asserted that he was tired of Chimaev’s constant call for the title shot.

Im tired of khamzat believing he deserves a title shot off a shaky decision win against a ww

Furthermore, a fan claimed that Strickland is the last person who would be afraid to face an opponent irrespective of anything.

Strickland is probably the last person at mw scared to fight khamzat even if he knows he’ll get outwrestled

Moreover, a fan finally took Chimaev’s side. The fan asserted that “Borz” would put Strickland in a submission in the very first round.

Chimaev is gonna sub Sean Strickland in Rd 1 bro got taken down by fucking abus.

Another fan reminded Chimaev that his last two fights prominent fights were against welterweights and to ask for the middleweight title based on that is a bit obnoxious.

You won 2 robberies against welter weights on short notice and you want middleweight title shot

One of the fans claimed that if Dricus Du Plessis gets his hands on the middleweight gold, then he would like to lock horns against Israel Adesanya.

If ddp wins, he wants izzy

Last but not least, a fan asserted that Gilbert Burns and Usman exposed Chimaev’s flaws and he would calm down before making any harsh decisions.

Easy khamzat burns and usman kinds exposed you. Your ceiling is not as high as we thought. Faking a glove touch against Holland was hella lame. You not it buddy.

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Judging by the reactions of the fans they are confused by Chimaev’s call for the title shot because he has yet to face any prominent middleweight in the division. Nonetheless, what’s your opinion on Khamzat Chimaev’s call out to the middleweight champ?

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