Khamzat Chimaev says he won't kill Sean Strickland in their fight

In an interview, Khamzat Chimaev addressed fan speculation that he might not release a submission hold on Sean Strickland. When asked if security would need to intervene, Chimaev joked that killing someone is haram (forbidden). He clarified he has no intention of killing Strickland, adding that officials wouldn't allow it anyway. Chimaev noted that while on the street someone might die, inside the cage it's a sport. The exchange highlights the intensity surrounding their upcoming matchup.