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Khamzat Chimaev is one of the biggest stars in the UFC and here is all about his MMA record, net worth, salary and more

Khamzat Chimaev Facts

AttributeInformation
Net Worth (2023)>$1 million (estimated)
Last Fight Earnings$1.06 million (Estimated)
Age29
Date of BirthMay 1, 1994
MMA Record12 wins, 0 losses
NationalitySwedish (Chechen descent)
BackgroundStarted wrestling at the age of five in Russia, then moved to Sweden at 17, participating in Judo and sambo tournaments.
MMA Career Highlights– Won first three UFC fights in 66 days in two different weight classes.
Net Worth and Salary– Reported net worth of over $1 million in 2023. – Paid per fight with bonuses for winning and performing well.
Performance Bonuses– Earned $50,000 in bonuses for three UFC wins. – Three-time “Performance of the Night” winner. – $52,000 earned in a win over Gerald Meerschaert.
Recent FightWin over Kevin Holland at UFC 279

Khamzat ‘Borz’ Chimaev is one of the biggest names in the UFC in 2022 and his star doesn’t seem to stop shining.

The Swedish star of Chechen descent has taken the UFC by storm as he has finished all the fights in his career but one (against Gilbert Burns at UFC 273).

Khamzat Chimaev got an easy win over Gerald Meerschaert and is planning for his next UFC fight
Khamzat Chimaev of Chechnya celebrates after his knockout victory over Gerald Meerschaert in their middleweight bout during the UFC Fight Night event at UFC APEX on September 19, 2020 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images)

Chimaev was born in Chechnya, Russia, and started wrestling when he was just five years old. He won a few medals during his junior years for Russia before moving to Sweden at the age of 17.

There he won more titles while wrestling at BK Athen and even participated in some Judo and sambo tournaments.

Chimaev’s MMA career has been short but eventful. He only started training when he was 23 and after three years, he is already in the UFC and looking to win titles.

Chimaev won his first three UFC fights in 66 days and he fought in two different weight classes too.

Khamzat Chimaev Net worth and salary

Khamzat Chimaev has a reported net worth of over $1 million in the year 2023. As with every MMA star, Chimaev doesn’t receive a monthly or yearly salary but is paid per fight.

The payouts from each fight also include bonuses for winning and performing well. Chimaev has won $50,000 in each of the three fights he first won in the UFC thanks to his performances.

Khamzat Chimaev is 3-0 in his UFC career so far
Khamzat Chimaev celebrates after his TKO victory over Rhys McKee in their welterweight fight (Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images)

This is above and beyond the regular money he makes for appearing and then winning a clash. Chimaev has won the Performance of the Night performance thrice in his UFC career already. He also earned $52,000 in his win over Gerald Meerschaert.

For his recent win over Kevin Holland at UFC 279, Chimaev earned a staggering $1.06 million which is highest payday so far.

Khamzat Chimaev MMA record

Khamzat Chimaev currently is one of the undefeated stars in the UFC and has an MMA record of nine wins and no losses.

Chimaev made his MMA debut in 2018 and fought in several promotions before getting a call in the UFC.

Khamzat Chimaev got the better of Rhys McKee too
Khamzat Chimaev punches Rhys McKee in their welterweight fight during the UFC Fight Night event inside Flash Forum on UFC Fight Island on July 26, 2020 in Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images)

He made his UFC debut against John Phillips in 2020 and picked up a quick win. He then dispatched Rhys McKee and Gerald Meerschaert just as quickly and picked up three UFC wins in a span of 66 days, which is a record in the modern UFC era.

Chimaev’s MMA record is 12 wins and 0 losses.

FAQs about Khamzat Chimaev

What is Khamzat Chimaev’s net worth?

Khamzat Chimaev’s net worth is approximately over $1 million.

What is Khamzat Chimaev’s age?

Khamzat Chimaev’s age is 29.

What is Khamzat Chimaev’s MMA record?

Khamzat Chimaev’s MMA record is 12 wins and 0 losses.

When did Khamzat Chimaev make his UFC debut?

Khamzat Chimaev made his UFC debut in 2020 against John Phillips.

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