UFC cancels Chimaev-Strickland face-off, increases security over disorder concerns

The UFC has decided not to hold a face-off between Khamzat Chimaev and Sean Strickland at the press conference due to security concerns. The promotion will instead enhance security measures because they fear potential disturbances or violence. The decision suggests the UFC views the matchup between these two fighters as carrying heightened risk for confrontation. No additional details about the specific nature of the security threats are provided. This represents an unusual precautionary step by the UFC for a standard pre-fight promotional event.