UFC cancels Chimaev-Strickland face-off, increases security over riot fears

The UFC has decided not to hold a traditional face-off between Khamzat Chimaev and Sean Strickland at their press conference due to security concerns. The promotion is enhancing security measures because officials fear potential disturbances or riots. This decision represents an unusual departure from standard UFC pre-fight protocols. The specific details about what prompted these extraordinary security concerns remain limited in the report.