Chimaev says he won't kill Strickland, calls it 'haram'

Khamzat Chimaev addressed fan speculation about whether he would refuse to release a submission hold on Sean Strickland in their upcoming fight. Chimaev joked that killing someone is 'haram' (forbidden in Islam) and clarified he has no intention of killing Strickland. He noted that in the cage, unlike on the street, this is a sport and referees would not allow such an outcome anyway. The comments came during an interview where the host referenced fan concerns about Chimaev's potential aggression. Chimaev's response suggests he understands the boundaries of competition despite his fierce fighting style.