Chimaev Says UFC Belt Irrelevant, Focused on Money

UFC 328 in Newark will feature Khamzat Chimaev defending his middleweight title against Sean Strickland. Chimaev has made it clear that the championship belt is not his primary motivation; he says he fights for the money and the grind of the sport. freshyourfeel.org

When asked if the title added pressure, Chimaev replied that he doesn’t need to be a champion in the gym and that he simply wants to earn a big payday. His plan for the fight is straightforward: win, take the money, and retire.