Gilbert is the single most dangerous WW for Khamzat

[Dionysian]

Stylistically speaking Gilbert is much more of a threat than Kamaru IMO. Obviously Kamaru wanted nothing to do with Gilbert on the ground when they fought, while Gilbert is roughly comparable to Kamaru on the feet. Their defense is pretty comparable (IMO) but I think Gilbert has heavier hands, minus of course Kamaru's recent finishes which are great (including the one against Gilbert).

Anyway, my point is Khamzat is accepting the single most dangerous fight (by far IMO) for his style in all of WW. Gilbert is the only fighter in the entire division who can take away his greatest strength (his top game) and is one of the few fighters that has the power to end it at any given moment standing.

If Khamzat wins this, I don't see any potential roadblocks at WW. Crazy cajones to chase the most dangerous fight as well... I said the same when Khamzat was chasing a Maia fight when he first joined the UFC.

Do you agree?

 

[Shay Brennan]

Yeah, Gilbert is a dangerous opponent. Especially because he will take away Chimaev's wrestling.

 

[chinarice]

He is going to get destroyed. I am a Gilbert fan. He's toast.

 

[Post 2 Decision]

Khamzat knocks Gilbert out easy

 

[FIghtxIQ]

I agree, this highlights Khamzat's mentality as a fighter. He really doesn't care who he fights or what their style is.

 

[JonJonesNeedle]

Burns BJJ is definitely dangerous, however I can see it going like Khamzat vs GM3

 

[StoneColdSteveAustin]

I agree, this highlights Khamzat's mentality as a fighter. He really doesn't care who he fights or what their style is.

It’s shows the same about Burns. Burns fights anyone they put in front of him.

 

[Grapplefest]

Lmfao Gilbert has a weak chin and got KOed by a jab, this fight would be interesting if it went to the ground but as we’ve seen khamzat has insane power for WW and all of his training partners say he hits like a LHW/HW. Khamzat would one punch him

 

[Slatersan]

Man props to both guys for taking this fight. Massive step up and dangerous fight for Khamzat which will really show how well he does against the top guys. Gilbert couldve easily brushed this off and said he is too high ranked to fight him. Definitely a higher risk than reward for Gilbert. Dude is showing he is a real deal fighter. I never wouldve thought it would be happening this fast.

 

[Shaddows]

Stylistically speaking Gilbert is much more of a threat than Kamaru IMO. Obviously Kamaru wanted nothing to do with Gilbert on the ground when they fought, while Gilbert is roughly comparable to Kamaru on the feet. Their defense is pretty comparable (IMO) but I think Gilbert has heavier hands, minus of course Kamaru's recent finishes which are great (including the one against Gilbert).

Anyway, my point is Khamzat is accepting the single most dangerous fight (by far IMO) for his style in all of WW. Gilbert is the only fighter in the entire division who can take away his greatest strength (his top game) and is one of the few fighters that has the power to end it at any given moment standing.

If Khamzat wins this, I don't see any potential roadblocks at WW. Crazy cajones to chase the most dangerous fight as well... I said the same when Khamzat was chasing a Maia fight when he first joined the UFC.

Do you agree?

not exactly.
Leon & Colby would be good test since they have great wrestling.
Luque is as dangerous as Burns IMO and you still have Belal.

Khamzat is ranked 11. He shouldn't expect a title shot with one fight within the top 5.
If anything, this is a no-win fight for Burns, since he would be beating a guy outside the top 10, which is supposed to be expected that he wins and also supposed to award him less points than beating someone within the top 10..

 

[Juan Bombadil]

Gilbert will be embarrassed

 

[C0NCH3TO]

Great fight!

 

[Ares Black]

Burns is a dangerous opponent, but let's not forget that Dan Hooker knocked him out.

 

[HP_Nut]

not exactly.
Leon & Colby would be good test since they have great wrestling.
Luque is as dangerous as Burns IMO and you still have Belal.

Khamzat is ranked 11. He shouldn't expect a title shot with one fight within the top 5.
If anything, this is a no-win fight for Burns, since he would be beating a guy outside the top 10, which is supposed to be expected that he wins and also supposed to award him less points than beating someone within the top 10..

The only contender ranked ahead of Burns is Colby, so I actually do think they will give Khamzat a title shot if he beats Burns. I definitely think this is a high risk low reward fight for Burns though

 

[accolyte1022]

He's barely even a WW.......

 

[Holli]

This is the fight I want to see the most for Khamzat. Burns is comfortable standing and striking due to his high level grappling. I also want to see how burns reacts when he's on his back, or dare I say how khamzat reacts IF he gets taken down or baited into a scramble against burns. so many scenarios could play out if we get this fight.

one can dream

 

[capnlarge]

Gilbert is extremely skilled. I hope this fight happens. Surely, will answer a lot of questions about Khamzat. And overall just seems like a great stylistic matchup

 

[fortheo]

Khamzat is like 5 inches taller with a huge reach advantage. I think in regards to skill, yeah, burns is a tough match up, but khamzat's size advantage will likely be too much.

I was hoping for khamzat vs Luque.

 

[sonhow]

What's eating
Gilbert grape?

 

[Morning Star]

Nope Usman is. Burns I could see getting Ragdolled.