A few days before his highly anticipated showdown at UFC 308 against Khamzat Chimaev, former middleweight champion Robert Whittaker sent a clear warning to his opponent. The scheduled fight in Abu Dhabi will be decisive in the middleweight title contender rankings, with the winner expected to earn a shot at the current champion.
Whittaker Sends a Strong Message to Chimaev
Robert Whittaker is well aware that Khamzat Chimaev is the favorite among fans and experts, but that doesn’t faze him. In an interview with talkSport, Whittaker stated that the octagon will be different from what Chimaev expects, saying, “Once he steps into the octagon with me, he’ll realize he’s in deep water. That’s exactly where I want him.”
Whittaker spoke with clear confidence, emphasizing his plan to set the pace and put pressure on Chimaev. “I’m here to do my job, to get Chimaev out of my way. I’m not here to please the crowd, but to bury my opponent.”
Whittaker’s Comprehensive Preparation
Whittaker continued, discussing his preparation for this pivotal fight, saying, “I’ve left no stone unturned. I’ve trained hard and will enter the octagon ready to face whatever comes. I have 25 minutes to try and break Chimaev’s focus, and I’ll make the most of every second to achieve that.”
This fight between Whittaker and Chimaev is incredibly important, scheduled for five rounds even though it’s not the main event of UFC 308. Whittaker believes the longer the fight goes, the more it will play to his advantage, increasing his chances of dominating.
Chimaev Enters the Fight Undefeated
As for his opponent, Khamzat Chimaev, who remains undefeated in his professional career (13-0), he presents a huge challenge for any fighter. However, questions arise due to Chimaev’s long absence, as he hasn’t fought in over a year.
Nevertheless, Whittaker does not underestimate him, knowing that Chimaev is a strong fighter who has secured notable victories in the UFC, including wins over Kevin Holland and Gilbert Burns.
Whittaker enters the fight with a record of (26-7), following his recent knockout victory over Ikram Aliskerov. Chimaev, on the other hand, comes off a majority decision win against Kamaru Usman, as both fighters aim to move closer to earning a title shot.
Expected Outcome: A Battle to the End
UFC fans are expecting a fiery clash between Whittaker and Chimaev, with both determined to secure victory by any means necessary.
