Khamzat Chimaev has been filmed conducting sparring sessions with Brendan Allen as part of his preparation for UFC 328. Chimaev is scheduled to face Sean Strickland at the upcoming event. The training footage was captured by photographer Bear Degidio and circulated on social media. Allen is serving as a sparring partner to help Chimaev prepare for the high-profile middleweight bout. The sparring represents part of Chimaev's camp leading into one of his most significant fights to date.
UFC 328
Saturday, May 9, 2026
