Khamzat ‘Borz’ Chimaev, a Swedish mixed martial artist who is of Chechen ancestry, fights in the middleweight (185 lbs) and welterweight(170 lbs) weight divisions of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). Before joining the UFC, Chimaev was Sweden's 3-time national freestyle wrestling champion. He was also a part of the Brave Combat Federation’s (BCF) roster before joining the UFC.
Chimaev’s journey in combat sports began at the tender age of five, with wrestling. He achieved the distinction of winning a bronze medal at the Russian National Championships during his junior years. At 23, he embarked on his path as a professional wrestler, training at the Allstar Training Center in Stockholm. In September of 2017, he entered the world of amateur MMA fights, paving the way for his professional debut in May 2018.
How much does Khamzat Chimaev earn per fight?
Khamzat Chimaev currently earns a base salary of $1 Million per fight. Chimaev is currently one of the UFC's most followed and beloved contenders. His fights attract fans from all around the globe, establishing him as one of the promotion's leading Pay-Per-View draws.
Over his UFC career, which spans six fights, Chimaev's most substantial earnings came in his bout against Kevin Holland at UFC 279, where he secured a remarkable payout of $1.006 million. Chimaev has amassed a grand total of $1,659,000 in earnings from his six UFC fights.
Khamzat Chimaev vs. John Philips
Chimaev kicked off his UFC career at UFC Fight Night: Kattar vs. Ige, securing a win by submission in the second round against Jon Phillips. He earned a total of $73,500, with $10,000 for showing, $10,000 as a win bonus, and an extra $3,500 in fight-week incentives. Plus, he pocketed a $50,000 Performance of the Night bonus.
Khamzat Chimaev vs. Ryse McKee
Chimaev fought against Ryse McKee at UFC Fight Night: Whittaker vs. Till, and the fight concluded in the first round with a TKO. This triumph set a UFC record for the fastest string of victories (2 wins in 10 days). He earned $77,500, comprising $12,000 for showing, $12,000 for the win, and $3,500 in incentives. Additionally, he also pocketed a $50,000 Performance of the Night award.
Khamzat Chimaev vs. Gerald Meerschaert
Chimaev's bout against Gerald Meerschaert at UFC Fight Night: Covington vs. Woodley earned him a total of $143,500. This included a $45,000 win bonus for his swift 17-second victory and his third $50,000 Performance of the Night bonus.
Khamzat Chimaev vs. Li Jingliang
Chimaev's victory over Li Jingliang at UFC 267 landed him in the top 10 of the Welterweight rankings. He earned $154,500, which included a $50,000 performance bonus.
Khamzat Chimaev vs Gilbert Burns
Chimaev faced off against Gilbert Burns at UFC 273, earning $205,000 in total. This comprised $75,000 for show and win bonuses each, a $50,000 post-fight bonus, and an additional $5,000 from sponsorship agreements.
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Khamzat Chimaev vs Kevin Holland
In his bout against Kevin Holland, Chimaev claimed to have made over $1 million. However, this substantial sum was affected by taxes and living expenses in Sweden, leaving his final earnings at an undisclosed amount.
FAQs On How much does Khamzat Chimaev make per fight?
A. Khamzat Chimaev won the fight against Gilbert Burns by unanimous decision.
A. Khamzat Chimaev has a net worth of an estimated $1 Million.
A. Khamzat Chimaev is from Sweden, and he belongs to Chechen ethnicity.
A. Chimaev holds an undefeated record of 12 wins (12-0-0).
A. Khamzat Chimaev's next opponent is Kamaru Usman at UFC 294 on October 17, 2023.
