Khamzat Chimaev says he won't kill Sean Strickland, claims it's haram

Khamzat Chimaev addressed speculation about his upcoming fight with Sean Strickland during an interview. When asked if he would refuse to release a submission hold on Strickland, Chimaev joked that killing someone is haram (forbidden in Islam). He clarified that he has no intention of killing Strickland, noting that officials wouldn't allow it anyway. Chimaev distinguished between street fights and cage competition, emphasizing that MMA is a sport. The interview touched on fan expectations that Chimaev might not release a submission if he secures one against Strickland.