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Chimaev Says UFC Belt Isn't Motive, Money Is

UFC middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev said he fights for money, not the belt, before his first title defense against Sean Strickland at UFC 328.

UFC 328 in Newark will feature Khamzat Chimaev’s first title defense against former titleholder Sean Strickland. The undefeated champion said he doesn’t care about the belt and is driven by the payday. mwafrika.life

Chimaev described his focus simply: “Go there, beat them up, take the money, and go home.” He added that the title is a finished chapter, and his priority is the financial reward.