Chimaev jokes he won't kill Strickland because 'it's haram'

In a recent interview, Khamzat Chimaev addressed speculation about whether he would refuse to release a submission hold on Sean Strickland. Chimaev joked that he doesn't want to kill anyone because 'it's haram,' referencing Islamic law. When pressed on whether he planned to seriously hurt Strickland, Chimaev clarified that he wouldn't be allowed to kill him in the cage, noting that 'this is a sport.' He contrasted the controlled environment of the UFC with street fighting, where consequences would be different. The interview touched on fan concerns that Chimaev might not release a submission hold if he gets Strickland in one.