Fighter Who Knocked Him Out Thinks ‘New Mansa’ Can Take the 170lbs Title – But Buckley Has Other Plans!

In a scathing response that has the MMA world buzzing, Joaquin Buckley isn’t backing down after the fighter who once knocked him out claimed that ‘New Mansa’ can dominate the 170-pound division and take the title. After Colby Covington’s recent win, it seems this fighter is already predicting that the ‘New Mansa’ will be the next big threat in the welterweight division. But Buckley isn’t having any of it—and he’s making sure the world knows.

Fighter Who KO’d Buckley Thinks ‘New Mansa’ is the Future of 170lbs Buckley Isn’t So Sure

Following Colby Covington’s victory, Khamzat Chimaev’s ‘New Mansa’ persona has been gaining attention. Some fighters believe he’s destined to rise to the top and claim the title at 170 pounds, with one fighter, who once knocked out Buckley, backing Chimaev to be the next champion. But Buckley is not sitting idly by. In a sharp rebuttal to the bold predictions, Buckley doubted the hype surrounding the lightweight upcomer. “I don’t think ‘New Mansa’ is all he’s cracked up to be,” Buckley stated, making his feelings clear. “The guy’s good, but I don’t think he’s ready to take on the best in the division just yet.”

Buckley Calls Out Overhyped ‘New Mansa’: ‘He’s Not on My Level’

Buckley, who has faced his own share of ups and downs in the UFC, isn’t shy about speaking his mind. He’s not convinced that Chimaev, or any other fighter in the 170 lbs division, has what it takes to dominate the ranks. In a fiery response, Buckley made it clear that he believes ‘New Mansa’ still has a lot to prove, and he dismissed the talk of Chimaev being the next welterweight champion.

“I’m not here to make friends, but I’m here to speak facts,” Buckley said. “They’re putting Chimaev up on this pedestal, but there’s no way he’s taking that title anytime soon. Not while there are real champions still in the division.”

Is Buckley underestimating ‘New Mansa’?

The question everyone is asking: Is Buckley simply jealous of the rising star, or does he have a point? Chimaev has been making waves in the welterweight division, and his dominant win over Colby Covington has fans and experts alike predicting that he’s the next big thing in the division. But Buckley is not ready to let the hype train go unchecked, and his bold claims are making a lot of people wonder whether Chimaev has what it takes to back up the talk.

The Drama Escalates: Buckley vs. ‘New Mansa’ Could This Be the Fight of the Year?

With Buckley’s fiery response and Chimaev’s growing reputation, there’s no doubt this drama is far from over. Fans are now divided—some backing Buckley’s underdog mentality and others jumping on the Chimaev hype bandwagon. The real question is: Could we see a showdown between the two in the future?

Buckley is hungry for revenge and redemption, and a fight against Chimaev could be the perfect opportunity to prove himself in the Octagon. A potential showdown between these two fighters would not only be a battle of skills but also a clash of egos and personalities, with Buckley looking to shut down Chimaev’s rise while proving that he’s the one who deserves to be at the top.

Buckley vs. Chimaev: The Ultimate UFC Drama Waiting to Happen

The rivalry between Joaquin Buckley and ‘New Mansa’ is heating up—and fans are watching closely. Will Buckley’s confidence and trash talk prove to be the catalyst for a blockbuster fight, or will Chimaev’s undefeated streak continue to skyrocket toward 170-pound glory? The drama is far from over, and the MMA world is hungry for the next chapter in this explosive rivalry.