Sean Strickland vs Khamzat Chimaev

UFC 328: Chimaev vs. Strickland

May 9, 2026Newark, New Jersey, USA

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Sean Strickland

Record: 31-7-0

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Khamzat Chimaev

Record: 15-1-0

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Sean Strickland

Khamzat Chimaev

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Fighters' Core Metrics

Sean Strickland

Khamzat Chimaev

Sean Strickland vs Khamzat Chimaev AI Insight & Prediction: Expert Analysis & Fight Breakdown

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How AgentMMA breaks down Sean Strickland vs Khamzat Chimaev

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UFC Record Breakdown

Sean Strickland

KO/TKO (22%)

Sub (4%)

Decision (52%)

Losses (22%)

Khamzat Chimaev

KO/TKO (20%)

Sub (40%)

Decision (30%)

Losses (9%)

Performance Stats

Performance Breakdown

Striking Accuracy42%

Grappling Efficiency69%

Takedown Defense76%

Cardio & Endurance78%

Fight IQ80%

Performance Breakdown

Striking Accuracy60%

Grappling Efficiency73%

Takedown Defense85%

Cardio & Endurance75%

Fight IQ95%

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From opening bell, Sean Strickland can dictate pace in the pocket, averaging 6.0 significant strikes per minute while Khamzat Chimaev looks to settle behind counters. Expect the red corner to test range with layered entries that neutralize the Orthodox stance angles.

Key Storylines

First three minutes decide who dictates range and tempo.
Red corner pressure vs blue corner counter traps will frame the striking narrative.
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Finishing Window

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Sean Strickland

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UFC Record Breakdown

KO/TKO (22%)

Sub (4%)

Decision (52%)

Losses (22%)

Sean Strickland breakdown

Performance Breakdown

Striking Accuracy42%

Grappling Efficiency69%

Takedown Defense76%

Cardio & Endurance78%

Fight IQ80%

Sean Strickland's recent form

Key Storylines

First three minutes decide who dictates range and tempo.
Red corner pressure vs blue corner counter traps will frame the striking narrative.
Premium analysis examines the momentum swings most likely to decide control.

Finishing Window

Premium analysis covers whether a credible finish window emerges from the pace, striking, and grappling matchup.

The premium breakdown compares the pace and position battle before revealing the selected verdict and supporting evidence. Khamzat Chimaev must answer with clinch resets and smart cage craft to stay competitive.

Sean Strickland brings the more polished entries (64%) while Khamzat Chimaev relies on defensive frames (85%).

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Khamzat Chimaev

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UFC Record Breakdown

KO/TKO (20%)

Sub (40%)

Decision (30%)

Losses (9%)

Khamzat Chimaev breakdown

Performance Breakdown

Striking Accuracy60%

Grappling Efficiency73%

Takedown Defense85%

Cardio & Endurance75%

Fight IQ95%

Khamzat Chimaev's recent form

Sean Strickland vs Khamzat Chimaev Stats Comparison

Age

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Height

6'1" (185 cm)

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6'2" (188 cm)

Weight

185 lbs (84 kg)

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185 lbs (84 kg)

Reach

76" (193 cm)

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75" (191 cm)

Stance

Orthodox

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Orthodox

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Status

Contender

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Contender

Key Insights: Sean Strickland vs Khamzat Chimaev AI Analysis

Pace delta

+2.0 significant strikes/min

Sean Strickland averages 6.0 significant strikes per minute while Khamzat Chimaev sits at 4.0.

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