Gilbert Burns vs Khamzat Chimaev
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Scheduled Fight
Gilbert Burns vs Khamzat Chimaev — Friday, 18 September 2026
RAF 13 · Fox Nation · Miami, United States · 3 rounds · welterweight
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Gilbert Burns
22-9-0
Khamzat Chimaev
15-0-0Physical Comparison
Khamzat Chimaev has the height edge at 188cm vs 178cm for Gilbert Burns — a 10cm difference that gives Chimaev the ability to fight behind range.
Record & Experience
Gilbert Burns brings a record of 22-9-0 across 31 professional bouts (71% win rate).Khamzat Chimaev enters with 15-0-0 from 15 fights (100% win rate).
Gilbert Burns has the experience edge with 31 bouts compared to 15 — that's 16 more fights under the bright lights, which can matter in championship rounds when fatigue sets in and composure is tested.
In terms of finishing power, Khamzat Chimaev carries the heavier hands with a 40% stoppage rate vs 27% for Gilbert Burns. Chimaev is the more dangerous finisher of the two.
Khamzat Chimaev is unbeaten at 15-0 — the pressure of defending a perfect record adds an extra dimension to this matchup.
Age & Career Stage
Khamzat Chimaev is the younger fighter at 32 compared to Gilbert Burns's 40 — a 8-year age gap. The younger fighter may have the edge in physical attributes, while Burns relies on veteran savvy and accumulated skill.
Key Factors
Burns's Path to Victory
- • Lean on greater experience (31 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Chimaev's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Higher win percentage (100% vs 71%)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Gilbert Burns vs Khamzat Chimaev — FAQ
- What are Gilbert Burns's and Khamzat Chimaev's records?
- Gilbert Burns is 22-9-0 (6 KOs). Khamzat Chimaev is 15-0-0 (6 KOs).
- Who is taller — Gilbert Burns or Khamzat Chimaev?
- Khamzat Chimaev is taller at 188cm vs 178cm — a 10cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Khamzat Chimaev has the higher KO rate at 40% compared to Gilbert Burns's 27%.