Usman lost to Chimaev on short notice at UFC 294 but believes a full camp would change the outcome. He aims to reclaim the welterweight title from Makhachev first. If successful, Usman wants to challenge Chimaev for the middleweight title, stating he would approach the fight differently with proper preparation.
Usman targets Makhachev title before Chimaev rematch
Former welterweight champion Kamaru Usman plans to fight Islam Makhachev for the title before seeking a rematch with Khamzat Chimaev for the middleweight belt.