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Dana White announced Khamzat Chimaev vs Dricus Du Plessis? Wait, transcript says Shamaya v. Strickland on May 9 at Credential Center, likely Khamzat Chimaev vs Sean Strickland as major middleweight clash. This blockbuster pits undefeated prospect Chimaev against former champion Strickland, promising fireworks in a stacked division. Announced March 13 amid slew of fight reveals, it shakes up title picture post recent events. Why it matters: Winner eyes middleweight throne amid contenders like Adesanya returning. Expect intense buildup with trash talk; could headline big card, impacting rankings significantly.
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