Gilbert Burns believes Khamzat Chimaev has the talent to become the UFC's first ever three division champion, but he's cautioning that the biggest threat to that path isn't an opponent, it's the people Chimaev keeps close. Burns argues that surrounding himself with yes-men rather than people who'll challenge him honestly could be what stands between Chimaev and stacking up titles across weight classes. High praise paired with a pointed warning about who gets a say in Chimaev's next moves.
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This story ran in the September 17, 2026 edition of the daily show.