It wasn't so long ago that Kamaru Usman walked the UFC world like a God and at times seemed almost untouchable. 

The former welterweight champion reigned supreme, adding deadly striking to his ridiculous engine and grappling ability. 

He saw off Colby Covington, Jorge Masvidal and Gilbert Burns but was unceremoniously dethroned by Leon Edwards' instantly iconic head kick and then lost the trilogy in London by decision. 

These were hefty setbacks, no doubt, but 'Nigerian Nightmare' is a dangerous wounded animal and could bounce back in incredible style at UFC 294 after taking the fight with Khamzat Chimaev on nine days notice. 

Chimaev is the coming force in the UFC. He remains undefeated and has looked frankly ridiculous in much of his octagon time so far. 

Kamaru Usman has the tools to be a nightmare for Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 294... his takedown defence is 97%, motivation is sky high after back-to-back defeats and he will relish the odds being against him in Abu Dhabi

• Khamzat Chimaev was due to fight Paulo Costa but Brazilian pulled out injured
• Kamaru Usman has stepped in on late notice and match-up is even better
• Stats show how 'Nigerian Nightmare' could match up well with unbeaten star