Khamzat Chimaev considers fighting break amid health and injury concerns

Khamzat Chimaev stated he will take a hiatus from competition if he cannot secure a fight in the UFC between October and December. The 31-year-old fighter has been actively requesting a return to the octagon without success. Chimaev cited ongoing health struggles linked to having only half of his thyroid gland as a primary complication. In addition to these energy and metabolism issues, the former UFC champion noted that he has undergone six surgeries and multiple sessions under anesthesia. He admitted to competing with recurring injuries and explained that he frequently postpones necessary medical procedures to remain active. Chimaev now faces a period of uncertainty regarding his career trajectory as he weighs his current physical condition against his desire to return to the middleweight title picture.

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