Demetrious Johnson was overpowered by Khamzat Chimaev in a submission match with a 60lb weight advantage.
The match took place during an unplanned grappling session in California.

What happened?

Chimaev, the middleweight champion, has been training for his first title defence against Sean Strickland on May 9.
Demetrious Johnson, the latest member of the UFC Hall of Fame, was training alongside Chimaev.

The weight difference

The size difference between the two fighters was noticeable, with Johnson looking much smaller compared to Chimaev.
Chimaev has openly discussed moving up to fight for a title at 205lbs in the future.

The submission match

The match started with Johnson on his back, turning into half guard as Chimaev looked to establish control from above.
It didn’t take long for Chimaev to work his way toward a choke attempt.

Johnson's response

Bear Degidio, the host of the Jaxxon Podcast, could be heard yelling “don’t submit” and “fight,” to which Johnson replied “I am,” while working to escape the hold.
By the end of the clip, Johnson hadn’t tapped out, even though he remained caught in a Darce choke.

The submission match followed an earlier video showing a light stand-up spar between the two.
Demetrious Johnson is considered one of the sport’s all-time greats, having built his legacy at 125lbs.

Chimaev's victory was a clear reminder of why weight divisions matter in combat sports.
The match took place on May 9, with Chimaev preparing for his title defence against Sean Strickland.

Demetrious Johnson's training session with Chimaev was an unexpected opportunity for the two fighters to test their skills.
The outcome of the match was a dominant win for Chimaev, with Johnson struggling to overcome the weight disadvantage.

The UFC Hall of Fame member has had a successful career, with a legacy built on his performances at 125lbs.
Demetrious Johnson's experience and skill were not enough to overcome Chimaev's size and strength advantage.

The middleweight champion's performance was impressive, with Chimaev showcasing his skills in the submission match.
The match was a testament to Chimaev's abilities as a fighter, with Demetrious Johnson providing a tough challenge.