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

The UFC will not conduct a traditional staredown between Khamzat Chimaev and Sean Strickland at the press conference. The promotion has decided to increase security measures due to concerns about potential disorder or confrontations between the two fighters. The decision reflects the UFC's assessment that a face-off could lead to incidents requiring intervention. No further details are provided about what specific concerns prompted this decision.