The UFC will make another attempt at running the matchup between Khamzat Chimaev and Robert Whittaker , this time at UFC 308 in October. After their first booking for the UFC Saudi Arabia main event in June fell apart on short notice due to health issues for Chimaev (13-0 MMA, 7-0 UFC), the promotion will again try to pit the unbeaten sensation against former champion Whittaker (26-7 MMA, 17-5 UFC) in a five-round bout on the Oct. 26 card at Etihad Arena on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. UFC CEO Dana White announced the news on Saturday (via X ): BIG NEWS FROM THE BOSS MAN #UFC308 https://t.co/BRP1P9bdMx — UFC (@ufc) August 3, 2024 After making an unforgettable entry into the UFC in 2020 with a record two victories in 10 days, Chimaev has struggled badly to keep active inside the octagon. His health has played a major role in that, as was the case once again in his fizzled bout with Whittaker earlier this year.
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UFC books Khamzat Chimaev vs. Robert Whittaker again for UFC 308 in Abu Dhabi – MMA Junkie