Dana White discusses Khamzat Chimaev’s potential UFC 333 fight
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 5:06 AM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Dana White indicated that Khamzat Chimaev is being considered for UFC 333 in Abu Dhabi on October 24. Chimaev, who lost the middleweight title to Sean Strickland earlier this year, has expressed eagerness to return to the Octagon. Although a bout has not been finalized, White confirmed that all fighters are in consideration for upcoming matches. UFC 333 is set to feature two title fights, with Alexander Volkanovski defending his featherweight title and Petr Yan facing Merab Dvalishvili in a bantamweight trilogy.
- •Khamzat Chimaev aims to fight at UFC 333 in Abu Dhabi.
- •Dana White stated Chimaev is always in consideration to fight.
- •Chimaev lost the middleweight title to Sean Strickland earlier this year.
- •UFC 333 has two confirmed title bouts scheduled.
- •Chimaev has called for a rematch with Strickland after his loss.
- 5:06 AMYahoo Sports — Dana White addresses Khamzat Chimaev’s potential UFC 333 return
"Khamzat Chimaev could finally return to action in Abu Dhabi.
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