Chimaev says he won't kill Strickland because 'that's haram'

Khamzat Chimaev addressed fan speculation about his upcoming fight with Sean Strickland in an interview with Zubairaev. When asked if he would refuse to release a submission hold on Strickland, Chimaev joked that killing someone is haram and clarified he has no intention to kill his opponent. He noted that in the cage it's a sport and officials wouldn't allow him to kill anyone anyway, unlike on the street. Chimaev made clear he plans to compete within the rules despite his aggressive fighting style. The interview suggests Chimaev is managing expectations around his reputation for dominant finishes.