Must-Watch Khamzat Chimaev Fights

Chimaev, still undefeated at 11-0, secured a hard-fought unanimous decision victory against former world title challenger Gilbert Burns. The welterweight bout, ultimately named the 2022 Fight of the Year, showcased a thrilling back-and-forth contest that lived up to all expectations.

Scores were unanimous at 29-28 for Chimaev, extending his unblemished record. Burns’s record now stands at 20-5.

The intense matchup began with Chimaev wasting no time, securing a takedown within the first minute after just three strikes. Burns, though, demonstrated resilience, escaping the mat after approximately 90 seconds. The fighters then exchanged blows on their feet, with Chimaev landing a significant right hand that dropped Burns with a minute left in the opening round. Despite recovering quickly, it was a pivotal moment for Chimaev.

Did you know?-The fight between Chimaev and Burns was widely praised for its intensity and competitive nature, earning it the title of 2022 Fight of the Year from multiple MMA publications.

Round two saw both welterweights display sharp striking. Burns momentarily dropped Chimaev two minutes into the round and landed several heavy shots. Chimaev quickly responded with his own offensive flurry. As the round neared its end, the fight returned to the mat, with Burns using an upkick to return to his feet. A bloodied Burns managed another knockdown just before the bell.

The third round found both competitors visibly fatigued, yet the pressure remained high. They continued to exchange punches blow for blow. Ultimately, Chimaev’s efforts secured him the victory.

• Chimaev defeated Gilbert Burns via unanimous decision.
• The fight was named the 2022 Fight of the Year.
• Chimaev maintained his undefeated record (11-0).
• Burns’s record fell to 20-5.
• Both fighters displayed significant resilience and striking power throughout the bout.

Pro tip:-A unanimous decision means all three judges scored the fight in favor of the same fighter. It indicates a clear, though not necessarily dominant, victory.

Chimaev faces Robert Whittaker at UFC 308

Is Chimaev’s undefeated streak still intact? Yes,Chimaev preserved his unblemished record with a unanimous decision win over gilbert Burns.

Chimaev’s next challenge is set to be against Robert Whittaker, as part of the UFC 308 event, which also features the Topuria vs. Holloway fight.

Reader question:-What do you think is a more significant factor in Chimaev’s success: his wrestling or his striking? Share your thoughts!

Clarification of changes & Answers to Questions:

why: Chimaev won a unanimous decision against Gilbert Burns due to consistent pressure, successful takedowns, and effective striking throughout three rounds, despite facing significant resistance from burns.
Who: Khamzat Chimaev defeated Gilbert Burns. Robert Whittaker is Chimaev’s next opponent.
* What: The event was a welterweight