5 Questions that could be answered at UFC 273

#3) Is Khamzat Chimaev the next UFC welterweight title contender?

Chimaev after defeating McKee

Khamzat Chimaev has taken the UFC by storm since debuting in 2020. He submitted John Phillips with a D’Arce choke in the second round to pick up his first win in the octagon. The bout was contested at middleweight and he returned 10 days later at welterweight and finished Rhys McKee in the first round.

"Borz" remained unbeaten as he followed up with quick and decisive victories over Gerald Meerschaert and Li Jingliang. He will face his toughest test to date on Saturday night as he takes on former title challenger Gilbert "Durinho" Burns. Burns is the No. two ranked welterweight and will be looking to derail Chimaev's hype.

This will be a massive opportunity for Chimaev because another decisive win, especially against Burns, could earn him a title shot. Reigning welterweight champion Kamaru Usman is expected to defend against Leon Edwards next. Chimaev could set himself up to fight the winner, or fight in a title eliminator.