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Following Sean Strickland's impressive TKO victory over Anthony Hernandez at UFC Houston on February 21, Dana White addressed middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev's reported interest in moving up to light heavyweight. White rejected the idea, keeping Chimaev focused on the middleweight division where he currently holds the title. This decision comes as Strickland's dominant performance and subsequent callout of Chimaev intensified speculation about a potential title fight. The UFC president's stance suggests the promotion wants to keep Chimaev defending his middleweight belt rather than pursuing opportunities at 205 pounds.
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