UFC Saudi Arabia will be an exciting match to watch. Robert Whittaker vs. Khamzat Chimaev is the main event. UFC odds indicate that on June 22, we could witness a serious octagon fight. Since this fight is a UFC Middleweight title eliminator, the winner can face the reigning champion, Daniel Leslie, for the title.
Dana White prepared a unique announcement specifically for her Middle Eastern fan base. He disclosed that the company’s inaugural event of UFC Saudi Arabia will occur on June 22 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
In a five-round UFC main event that airs on ABC on June 22 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Whittaker (25-7 MMA, 16-5 UFC), the former middleweight champion, squares up against undefeated Chimaev (13-0 MMA, 7-0 UFC). Whittaker is ranked third in the middleweight division, and Chimaev is placed eleventh.
Previewing The Fight Of Robert Whittaker vs. Khamzat Chimaev at UFC Saudi Arabia
The undefeated Chimaev (13-0 MMA, 7-0 UFC), No. 8, makes a comeback at UFC Saudi Arabia for the first time since September 2022, when he upset former UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman by majority decision. Among the notables Chimaev has defeated in the UFC are Gilbert Burns and Kevin Holland.
Positioned No. 4, Whittaker (25-7 MMA, 16-5 UFC) hopes to continue building his win streak after losing to Dricus Du Plessis via TKO. With his win against Paulo Costa, he picked up his second victory in three fights and put himself back in the win column.
Odds and Making A Pick Between The Two Fighters
Bobby “Knuckles” is a +144 underdog vs. Khamzat “Borz” Chimaev, the favorite in the betting odds at -186. Khamzat is the early favorite in his forthcoming contest because of his remarkable stature and toughness in the ring.
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According to Tapology, Fans have made their pick for Chimaev to win the fight against Whittaker via submission.
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