Khamzat Chimaev vs Max Livingston

Both fighters stand at 188cm — there's no height advantage for either fighter in this matchup.

This is a orthodox vs southpaw matchup — creating interesting angles and footwork dynamics. Max Livingston fighting from the southpaw stance often poses problems for orthodox fighters, particularly with the straight left hand and lead-foot positioning.

Khamzat Chimaev brings a record of 15-0-0 across 15 professional bouts (100% win rate).Max Livingston enters with 101-19-7 from 127 fights (80% win rate).

Max Livingston has the experience edge with 127 bouts compared to 15 — that's 112 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 is the more prolific finisher with a 40% stoppage rate compared to 23% for Max Livingston. Chimaev has shown the ability to end fights decisively.

Khamzat Chimaev remains undefeated at 15-0 — an unblemished record that adds psychological pressure on Max Livingston to be the one to hand them their first loss.

At 32, Khamzat Chimaev is 36 years younger than Max Livingston (68). Youth can translate to speed, recovery, and a longer runway — but Livingston's experience and ring IQ shouldn't be underestimated.