It's downright heart wrenching when you think that his mind can't bear the thought of there being a child out there experiencing the fear he felt when he was a child , I love how sympathetic he is towards kids

Mad respect someone who can be an absolute goon while talking smack, and then be so open and appreciative in the ring. ❤

This hits even deeper when it comes from an absolute warrior like Chimaev. He doesn’t open up like this a lot

This interview is as real as it gets. Totally felt the massage Khamzat was trying to bring out. Huge respect to him

Beautiful words from Khazmat, one of the best post fight interviews I've ever seen.

The more I hear Khamzat talking the more I realize how much of an amazing human being he is. A true warrior and a heart of a Lion.

Did not expect to see this, did not know he had this side. I expected "aahhh i kill everybody" but his humbling speech was heartwarming, no ego, no arrogance, nothing but humility respect. Wow.

That was heartfelt and lovely, and I especially love how the crowd cheered when he called for peace. So much love for this speech and his gratitude and humility.

I almost teared up listening to his plea for peace. For a guy with a reputation for being a savage, he really showed some character today.

One of the greatest post fight speeches he remembered what life was like as a kid surrounded in a warzone! Respect brother✊

Best speech ever. Even for him the Madness is too much.

Never thought this guy would made me emotional. What a great speech.

A powerful plea for peace. Almost unexpected to hear from an exceptionally aggressive individual (in sport and in public). He was a kid when he learned the horror of war, and it impacted him greatly. It was truly a special moment to see Khamzat bring out that kid and speak love from his heart ❤

What a strong message. His growth and maturity are so evident

This is a legendary post fight speech! Pure raw emotions after a gruelling battle.

My observations from the fight : 1) A beautiful use of post-match-winning speech. Send a message of peace and unity to the world against violence. 2) A display of great mental state, when he expressed gratitude to UFC management for getting him where he and his family are today. 3) A brilliant display of dominance in R1 from Khamzat. A master display of defense from Usman. Not many could have avoided a choke from that position. 4) A mature way of approaching R2 from Khamzat, with an injured hand. 5) A complete nail-biting thrilling fight display in R3 from both the lions. Combination of striking, grappling, defense and respecting the opponents. 6) Khamzat's display of admiration for Usman through his post-match-winning gestures (tap on the shoulder post-match winner announcement), his words for him during the speech, and when he says 'He Made Me A Better Fighter Today'. Khamzat hand getting injured evened out the odds for Usman for a short-notice fight. Made this a competitive contest.

Cant believe how wholesome his message was. Not only is Chimaev talented but he is surprisingly real.

That’s one of the most impressive post fight interviews I’ve ever heard. Especially from him. Dude can sure get real when he needs to. And what a way to use this stage to preach to the world watching that no one is superior and we must all get along. Respect ✊🏻✊🏽✊🏿

Khamzat was literally born and raised in war, He was born in May 1994 in Chechnya. The First Chechen war was 11 December 1994 - 31 August 1996. And the Second Chechen War was August 1999 to April 2009. So for the first 13/14 years of his life, all he knew was war. With a speech like this, you know it’s coming from his entire being. This post fight interview has shown a lot about him, much respect to him and his hard life to be where he is now.

And I officially love this man. So much savagery and compassion in one. Much love, and great fight.

Never liked him before but he truly earned my respect with this message. He didn't just mention one country or one religion but said that we all must come together and have peace and happiness in the world. Much respect. 🙏

The bond beetween him and his Jiu-Jitsu Coach Alan Finfou is incredible. Him apologising to him for not finishing Usman on the back and on top position after receiving his brown belt shows his mentality. Great Guy, Great Fighter.

Khamzat is a true champ 🏆 I got nothing but respect for Usman. Taking fight at such a short notice and performing so well. What a legend

I didn't have alot for this dude when he came in the ufc even with his confidence and very good ability to fight being undefeated, but I'm starting to be a fan of this man. As he shown his emotional human side, im starting to like this dude. He survived trough such dark and heavy days, and here he is on his way for a title fight. Let's go Khamzat.

People calling Khamzat psycho. But he truly shows how humble he is after his fights. Congrats Borz

One of the most absolutely raw and honest post fight interviews I've ever heard. Well said Khamzat, well said Sir🙏

Probably the most greatest post fight interview of all time.damn this guy is amazing 😢

This interview won me over. Speaking honest and not caring if that upset others in the arena. He didn’t pick a side but spoke out for the innocent lives being killed. I was shocked and much respect to him.

What a post fight interview. Absolutely amazing.

What a speech by Khamzat. Respect both fighters.

Man. That message made me tear up. Lost a son prematurely, and I haven’t been the same. Awesome to hear that warriors message. Edit. The love you all have sent me means more to me and my wife then you all will ever know. Inshallah. God Bless. Peace and Love to everyone from everywhere 💕♾️

My man sent shivers down my back with his speech. One of the greatest speeches of all time.

He earned my respect . That message tears me up . Who’s said a grown man won’t cry ?

you can see the agony in khamzat eyes about the war, he drop his character ride away. he and his family move from Chechnya to Sweden because of the war aftermath, he knows exactly the pain from all of this war torn country.

Wow! What a message from Chimaev! This was way bigger than the fight itself. You have to love this guy for that.

Almost a tear jerker speech. Stand for what’s right. And stand together. Not against one another.

His stare before the fight was terrifying

Man this was truly heartwarming. He couldn't have said that any better!! Much respect!!!

He truly grown and matured… he’s so different now but in a good way. Powerful speech!

This came truly from his heart. Khamzat is unfiltered either way. Pure, honest and wild guy.

No screaming or apecrap raging by Khamzat like he usually does tonight. He channeled his inner Khabib kindness and dropped a heartfelt message to the current state of our world. Khamzat could have not said anything better than what he just said. Mashallah brathar! ☝️

He gets a ton of hate because of his confidence but Khamzat has a big heart. So many examples BTS of it.

I said he had a warriors heart a long time ago... only a person who knows what love means can have a warriors heart. Otherwise your heart is empty and prone to giveup. Khamzat is a warrior in the 1st degree and he truly knows what love means as well. I am happy for him.

After Khabib, Khamzat is my second favorite and you can see why! These guys are warriors but more importantly they are pure souls, great models and great human beings for the whole world to witness….

Wow he surprised me bigtime with this one.. not only a good performance but a very powerful message to the world.. this together with Robbie Lawlers last post fight interview definitelly one of the best ive heard in recent years.. Congrats to Chimaev 👍👍👍

"When kids die it's hard guys".... We just need to be a Human to feel and understand this..Borz earned my respect 👏👏peace

I found new respect for Khamzat what a message not many will do that in the octagon, good heart good soul

If people around the world would listen to Khamzat, we could truly live in peace. A warrior's call for peace is a call we all must answer.

Despite acting like a killer, hes quite an emotional and soft hearted guy

Today Khamzat earned my respect. And I truly didn't expect that to be... He earned it not with the fight but with his words. We should gather as one, not matter what nation, no matter what religion. We should stand together for peace and freedom. Thank you, Khamzat. Heads up to my guy Usman for stepping up in just a few days notice. True warriors!

If a monster fighter like Khamzat ("I'll kill everybody") delivers such a speech then our world must have become unbearable. Huge respect for him🙏 Peace for all at last🕊🕊

Really glad he had this moment to share his message, so much respect for both fighters

That kind of heartfelt emotions from a savage fighter like him is something else.

What a speech❤. This man pretend to be hard but he is soft hearted.. This speech will be remembered

Huge respect for Khamzat. That was a great message

Always like him but after this speech he grew so much more in my eyes. What a powerful words

This man just spoke wisdom people I did not like him as a fighter I like him as a person and he's growing on me as a fighter being Goods one thing but having a heart like him is monumental

He just won over a lot more people when those beautiful words. Big respect to Khamzat.

Absolute class from chimaev.. just an awesome speech that everyone needs to hear

Best post fight interview. It's a miracle the microphone didn't have any failures tbh.

Made me cry. He can barely speak a word of English just a long ago and now he's giving one of the best post fight interviews.

He was in the octagon with the body, but his heart and soul was somewhere else suffering. He is often wild in the interviews after his wins, but this time was different, he was different. You could feel the pain in his heart and soul. He definitely became my favorite.

This man made me a fan for life with the humble and kind statements about all children no matter religion or race need not be in fear for their lives. RESPECT KC!!

This is the exact post fight speech Khamzat needed. It showed humility and compassion. We love the trash talk but he needed to connect with the fans in a non smash kind of way and he did. He gained alot of respect from the people who weren't fans of Khamzat.

Wow Khamzat speech, behaviour and fight was next level mature and professional. He’s ready now to become a champion. Much Respect ✊

In all honesty I wasn’t a fan of Khamzat because of the “kill and smash everyone” thing over and over but after hearing his speech today I have to be a fan because that was very inspirational

What a legend Khamzat is, he fockin made me cry man , his heart is so clean he's an angel we thought he's a devil, we were wrong , khamzat we are sorry 😞

WTF was that score card??? and beautiful words from Khamzat... breaking character and not giving a single F... we have to make this world a better place, all of us as ONE ❤

What a great person Khamzat is...I've never thought he would be giving a heart touching speech like that!!! He is an amazing fighter and human being! Thank you for shutting all the haters. Khamzat will surely be the champ InshaAllah Bi'Idnillah!!!

Powerful interview. Dope to see this side of Khamzat.🙏🏽✨

This new khamzat is inspiring, I'm really happy to see him preaching such good messages when the likes of Colby are so unfortunately popular:/ we need more love and messages like that

Hurts deeply because this is an apex alpha man in his prime. A warrior. I cried

Man, that speech… He really earned my respect now.

That speech gonna stayed in my memory for ages. Respect man.

Gutted for Usman, but Khamzat showed class with this interview

Such a strong man on the outside but the emotional strength on the inside ❤

Love this post fight message from Khamzat Chimaev. Big respect! World… listen!

A beast trapped in a cage battling for his wealth and putting his health on the line can only think of peace after blow for blow in the most aggressive acts of MMA the world has to offer. Respect 🙌

Chimaev very humble despite having a serious attitude when it comes to fighting. What he said truly made us see the kindhearted individual he is. Future champ Chimaev. 🥇 ❤

The fact he has this speech and says "Sorry Coach, I didn't submit him" The mentality of this man, he WILL be the Goat.

Best post fight speech by any fighter, ever. Shows khazmat speaks from the heart. True warrior

I never imagined a beast to have such a kind heart. He's such a gentleman. ALL LOVE TO HIM❤

Never seen his fights but I’m a fan now.. very humble n genuine dude

Biggest respect from this guy - not only for his fighting style, strength and win

Khamzat has now reached a new level. Love of justice, truth, and righteousness. I believe he has all the components as the ultimate warrior.

Amazing words after a good win against one of the best to do it. I wish the powers all around world would listen. You made a fan of me tonight Khamzat, your words felt powerful.

i was really suprised what he said. he showed heart. mad. put all people in one line in this crazy times. He had hard life full of pain. Khamzat true warrior who cares about family an close friends. respect Brother

damn what a speech..won me over. Because he didnt use it to promote one particular agenda, but spoke for all the people. True fighter this guy is.

Chimaev plays at being the bad guy, but he is actually one of the good guys.

Khamzat, you made me cry with that message! Thanks for saying those words to the world.

Best, most inspiring speech of peace ever in a post-fight interview, hats off to Khamzat.

Khamzat earned so much respect when he called for peace and an end to the killing. Not to mention a win over an all time great like Usman.

Fuck man didn't think this would actually bring a tear to my eye... When he got to the part about making money for his mom, that was too real. I know that feeling. And thing is he's always been this way from the beginning. Not everyone saw it, but you can tell from the way he does unnecessary things to get his name out there, like picking up Li and carrying him across the cage. Guy really came from nothing, and doesn't care for the belt or becoming champ. Just wants to make enough money to let his family live happily.

Great to see Khamzat being human. The speech was powerful and deeply personal. Says a lot about his character.

I cried during this interview, such a humble man, amazing ufc fighter and human being

A powerful message for peace. If your not already a fan of Khamzat then idk what could make you a fan of his.

Much respect to both fighters and Khamzat's humility was on full display. Powerful message and speech that hopefully people take to heart. Theres no place for war. The never a time when innocent children should be killed. Congrats on the win Champ 🙏🏼

Translation of what he said in Chechen language: [3:47] Thanks for my Country...Chechnya. May Allah Bless all of you Chechens. I know a lot of you came here and a lot of you are watching at home. And President (Kadyrov), May Allah Bless you. It's not hard to fight in here, but with your permission, in the name of Allah, I would be the first one who would go there (Palestine). In the name of Allah, give the permission to go there. Wallahi, I wasn't raised so I would be running in shorts in the cage. They don't know our Chechens burning hearts (for Muslims who are dying). And with your permission, in the name of Allah - I am the boy who is ready to go there and die."

The mark of a warrior. We don't seek conflict, but we are always prepared to fight.

Absolutely heartwarming post-fight moment from Chimaev!