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

The UFC will not conduct a face-off between Khamzat Chimaev and Sean Strickland at the press conference. The promotion has decided to enhance security measures due to fears of potential disturbances or riots. This unusual decision suggests the UFC is concerned about the volatile nature of the matchup between the two fighters. No specific details about the event or when this decision was made are provided in the post. The cancellation of the traditional pre-fight face-off is a rare occurrence in UFC promotion.