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Usman targets Makhachev title shot before Chimaev rematch

Former welterweight champion Kamaru Usman is aiming to reclaim his title against Islam Makhachev before pursuing a rematch with Khamzat Chimaev.

Usman rebounded from his short-notice loss to Chimaev with a win over Joaquin Buckley. He plans to fight Makhachev next, aiming to retire by 2026 after potentially taking two titles.