UFC cancels face-off, increases security for Chimaev-Strickland press conference

The UFC has decided not to conduct a traditional face-off between Khamzat Chimaev and Sean Strickland at their upcoming press conference. The organization will enhance security measures due to concerns about potential disturbances or confrontations. The decision suggests the UFC anticipates tensions between the two fighters and wants to avoid any incidents before their scheduled bout. No specific details were provided about what prompted these security concerns or when the press conference will take place.