Following a performance in Montreal where Khamzat Chimaev's stamina faltered,coach Firas Zahabi has issued a public invitation to the fighter.. Zahabi is offering a specialized training regimen in Montreal alongside Georges St. Pierre to prevent future late-round fatigue.

The second-round fade in Montreal

Khamzat Chimaev's recent performance in Montreal highlighted a critical vulnerability in his high-intensity fighting style. Despite entering the bout as a massive favorite, Chimaev visibly struggled to maintain his pace as the fight progressed into the second round.

As reported by the source, this decline in conditioning forced Chimaev to abandon his most effective weapon: his wrestling. When his gas tank emptied, the tactical advantage he usually holds over opponents in Montreal and elsewhere was effectively neutralized, leaving him vulnerable.

A Montreal-based solution with Georges St. Pierre

Firas Zahabi is attempting to address these physical shortcomings through a public pitch on his YouTube channel. Zahabi has promised that a move to his Montreal camp would ensure Chimaev never faces such conditioning issues again.

The proposed training environment in Montreal would feature the legendary Georges St. Pierre. Zahabi claims that by working with both himself and St. Pierre, Chimaev could see significant improvements in his striking, footwork, and overall fitness levels. According to the report, Zahabi is willing to commit "no matter the cost" to ensure Chimaev returns to the winner's column.

The Arman Tsarukyan invitation

Zahabi's recruitment pitch extends beyond Chimaev to include his friend and training partner, Arman Tsarukyan. Zahabi explicitly invited Tsarukyan to join the Montreal camp to experience the same high-level preparation.

By inviting Arman Tsarukyan , Zahabi appears to be attempting to build a concentrated hub of elite talent in Montreal. This strategy would allow top-tier fighters to train in a shared ecosystem designed to maximize both striking and cardiovascular endurance.

Will Chimaev leave his current team for Montreal?

Several specific questions remain regarding the feasibility of Chimaev relocating his entire operation to Montreal.. It is currently unknown whether Chimaev's existing coaching staff would permit a move or if the fighter is even interested in changing his training environment.

Additionally, the source does not clarify if Chimaev's conditioning issues are a result of training gaps or issues related to weight management. Until Chimaev or his camp responds to Zahabi's YouTube invitation, the future of his training setup remains a major uncertainty in the MMA world.