Khamzat Chimaev's Brutal Face Crank on Robert Whittaker - The Gruesome Result is a Must-See

Khamzat Chimaev vs. Robert Whittaker was one highly anticipated match in the UFC 308, but nothing could have prepared us for the shocking aftermath of their battle. While fans witnessed a thrilling match, Chimaev’s dominating win left Whittaker with a deeply concerning injury.

Photographs taken following the match provide a glimpse into the severity of Chimaev’s face crank on Whittaker – with the latter’s jaw taking on a notably disfigured shape, undoubtedly leaving fans in a state of utter shock.

Daniel Cormier recently had a chance to share his thoughts about the encounter in UFC 308. His words echoed the sentiment of many within the mixed martial arts fraternity, who could not help but react to the ‘insane’ state of Whittaker’s jaw following the unfortunate turn of events in the face crank applied by the seemingly well-oiled machine that is Khamzat Chimaev.

Wrestling champ Chimaev demonstrated once more that he is a force to be reckoned with in his present division. Not only did he prove to be a wrestling technique specialist – given that his successful strategy comprised efficiently executing an array of various holds on his rival – but he also showcased awe-inspiring wrestling prowess that undoubtedly serves to bolster the chances of going for gold the next time round.

On that particular evening where Australia boxing fans were served with the bitterest of pills, however heartbroken the majority were with how everything turned out in the ring for Robert ‘The Reaper‘ Whittaker, praise still remains widely available for the steely Aussie heart, his endless vitality and his sheer battle prowess; values he has demonstrated over the years, solidifying his respect throughout the tight-knit martial arts fraternity and international fanbase alike.

Khamzat Chimaev laid bare his intentions by defeating Whittaker with a second round TKO, ending on a victorious note with continued dominance throughout the fight. Those results have reignited a call for him to leapfrog various lineups and grab an immediate title shot under the division he currently competes.