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Imavov Outpoints Borralho at UFC Paris, Stakes Claim to Chimaev Title Shot

UFC matchmaking remains pending, with his reported heel injury potentially shaping the timeline.

Pas de souci pour Benoît Saint Denis.
Le Français Nassourdine Imavov, le 6 septembre 2025 à l'Accor Arena de Paris, avant son combat contre le Brésilien Caio Borralho
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Overview

  • Nassourdine Imavov defeated Caio Borralho by unanimous decision at Accor Arena, with judges scoring it 50-45, 49-46, 49-46.
  • Ranked No. 2 entering the bout, Imavov addressed Dana White in the cage and declared himself the next middleweight title challenger.
  • Imavov said he fought through significant pain after a heel tendon issue during the fight, a matter likely to require medical follow-up.
  • Dana White had indicated the next challenger for champion Khamzat Chimaev could come from either Imavov–Borralho or the October 18 Reinier de Ridder–Anthony Hernandez winner.
  • French fighters delivered a strong home card as Benoît Saint Denis won by rear-naked choke in Round 2 and Oumar Sy scored a first-round TKO, with Saint Denis credited a reported $50,000 bonus.