5 ranked UFC middleweights Khamzat Chimaev could defeat

#4. No.10-ranked UFC middleweight Kelvin Gastelum

Kelvin Gastelum is somewhat of an enigma. The TUF winner gave the current UFC middleweight champion, Israel Adesanya, his toughest test to date at 185lbs. However, since then, he has gone 1-4, with his sole win coming against Ian Heinisch, who is no longer ranked in the top 15.

UFC 258: Kelvin Gastelum vs. Ian Heinisch

If the right Gastelum shows up, he could certainly give Chimaev a run for his money. But it would certainly seem like the odds are stacked against him. Chimaev has a distinct height and reach advantage, which paired with his suffocating wrestling and knockout power, would likely be enough to see him overcome Gastelum.

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#3. No.9-ranked UFC middleweight Uriah Hall

Uriah Hall is an explosive striker with dynamic attacks that have resulted in a number of exciting knockout finishes. His spinning heel kick against Adam Cella comes to mind.

However, Khamzat Chimaev would not allow Hall to implement the type of gameplan that leans into a dynamic striking battle. Hall's takedown defense, whilst relatively solid, would not be enough to fend off the power of 'Borz,' and his ever waning durability would likely result in an early stoppage.

UFC 193: Uriah Hall vs. Robert Whittaker