Chechen mixed martial arts fighter Chimaev renounces Swedish citizenship
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The famous mixed martial arts fighter Khamzat Chimaev, a native of Chechnya, renounced Swedish citizenship, reports the SVT portal with reference to Chimaev’s manager Mahdi Shammas.
Reportedly, the Chechen fighter will now represent the United Arab Emirates.
Chimaev at the age of 16 moved to Sweden with his parents, receiving local citizenship. He currently has 12 wins in 12 fights.
In his last fight, Chimaev defeated American Kevin Holland by choke. He will fight his next fight on the night of October 21-22 against Brazilian Paulo Costa, the fight will take place as part of the UFC 294 tournament in Abu Dhabi (UAE).
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