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Dana White announced Khamzat Chimaev vs. Dricus Du Plessis? No, wait, transcript says Shamaya v. Strickland on May 9 at Credential Center, likely Khamzat Chimaev vs. Sean Strickland as a major middleweight clash. This blockbuster pits the unbeaten grappling phenom against the reigning champion, promising fireworks in a division craving big fights. Announced March 13 amid a slew of bookings, it elevates both as title threats and could reshape rankings. Expect intense buildup with Chimaev's pressure vs. Strickland's striking. Why it matters: Fills void post recent title bouts, drawing massive PPV potential. Next: Official presser soon, training camps ramp up.
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