In a sizzling main event at UFC Paris, French fighter Nasrudin Imavov demonstrated why he is a top contender in the middleweight division, defeating Brazilian Caio Borralho by unanimous decision (50-45, 49-46, 49-46) at Accor Arena, setting his sights on a future clash with Khamzat Chimaev.
The fight was a masterclass in technique and strategy. The first round featured measured exchanges, with Imavov controlling the center of the Octagon using his lead arm, finishing with sharp punches. In rounds two and three, both fighters showcased their striking abilities; Borralho attempted counterattacks, but Imavov maintained control with balanced combinations and precise counter punches that visibly shook his opponent.
Rounds four and five escalated in intensity. Borralho employed half strikes and elbows, yet Imavov’s tactical superiority prevailed, culminating in powerful rear strikes and elbows, sealing the victory decisively before the final two minutes.
🏆 Nassourdine Imavov remporte la victoire par décision unanime après un combat incroyable et une performance spectaculaire ! 👏👏👏👏 #UFCParis pic.twitter.com/ZQ7JzgyV9n
— mmamag.ma (@jamalsoussi10) September 7, 2025
After the fight, Imavov said: “I also injured my knee tendons, but it won’t stop me… I’m next in line for the belt. I defeated him brilliantly.” He also showed respect to his opponent: “Congratulations to Caio Borralho for his fighting spirit.”
🥊 Nassourdine Imavov envoie un message sincère après sa victoire à l’UFC Paris :
"Félicitations pour le titre. Je ne parle pas de toi en particulier, mais de la ceinture.
Peu importe qui la porte, c’est tout ce que je souhaite." 🔥🏆 pic.twitter.com/oLYD4uNakl
— mmamag.ma (@jamalsoussi10) September 7, 2025
With this win, Nasrudin Imavov positions himself for a highly anticipated showdown against Khamzat Chimaev, marking a new chapter for French ambition in the UFC middleweight division.
🔥 Nassourdine Imavov sends a bold message to Khamzat Chimaev:
"I’m next." 🥊💥
🔥 نصر الدين إمافوف يرسل رسالة واضحة لحمزة شيمايف:
"أنا التالي." 🥊💥
🔥 Nassourdine Imavov envoie un message clair à Khamzat Chimaev :
"Je suis le prochain." 🥊💥#UFCParis pic.twitter.com/AgyM4JNYrl
— mmamag.ma (@jamalsoussi10) September 7, 2025
