Chimaev says Strickland told friends trash talk was promotion for their fight

Khamzat Chimaev revealed that his friends once confronted Sean Strickland about his controversial statements and trash talk. According to Chimaev, Strickland responded by saying he was simply promoting their upcoming fight. The incident suggests that some of Strickland's public statements may have been intentionally inflammatory to build hype. This sheds light on the promotional tactics used in the buildup to their bout. Chimaev shared this anecdote in a recent statement, offering a behind-the-scenes perspective on their rivalry.