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Harry Davies

Khamzat Chimaev "felt sorry" for his coaches despite beating Gilbert Burns

Khamzat Chimaev admitted he "felt sorry" for his coaches just moments after outpointing Gilbert Burns at UFC 273.

Rising star Chimaev was in for the biggest test of his career against former title challenger Burns having fought just four times in the UFC before the fight. 'Borz' was the betting favourite despite being ranked No.11 at 170-pounds whilst Burns was No.2 in the division.

Chimaev got the nod on all three judges' scorecards, but took more damage in the fight than he had hoped for. The Chechen had absorbed just one strike in his past four bouts but took 119 against Burns. Chimaev's coach Andreas Michael was furious with him heading into the last round and begged him to stop brawling with Burns.

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