Caio Borralho stepped up in the middleweight rankings following a dominant victory over Jared Cannonier, securing the No. 5 spot. This achievement puts him in contention with other top fighters in the division.
Borralho is eyeing a showdown with former champion Israel Adesanya, but he anticipates a clash with Khamzat Chimaev, a close friend, in the future. Borralho lauded Chimaev’s wrestling skills and dedicated training regime.
Post his win against Cannonier, Borralho acknowledged that Chimaev might now view him as a competitor. Despite not receiving acknowledgment from Chimaev, Borralho clarified that he is not actively pursuing a fight with his former colleague.
Though hesitant to select Chimaev as an opponent if the opportunity arises, Borralho acknowledged the possibility of a future showdown. He emphasized both fighters’ preparedness and commitment to delivering an action-packed fight for fans and the UFC.
