Gilbert Burns praises Khamzat Chimaev's potential for three-division title
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 3:15 AM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
Gilbert Burns expressed confidence in Khamzat Chimaev's ability to become the first three-division UFC champion during a recent statement. Chimaev, who recently faced his first career loss to Sean Strickland, is currently assessing his fighting future. Burns highlighted that with the right coaching and stable team, Chimaev could make a significant comeback. The two fighters are set to compete in a wrestling match on September 18.
- •Gilbert Burns believes Chimaev can achieve championship status across three weight divisions.
- •Chimaev lost to Sean Strickland in his last fight, marking his first professional defeat.
- •Burns advises Chimaev to find a stable coaching team for future success.
- •The two fighters will meet for a wrestling match on September 18.
- 3:15 AMYahoo Sports — Khamzat Chimaev can become a three-division UFC champion, claims Gilbert Burns
"Gilbert Burns has the highest praise for Khamzat Chimaev, believing he can become the first-ever three-division UFC champion.
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