Chimaev says friends confronted Strickland over his comments

Khamzat Chimaev revealed that his friends once approached Sean Strickland in response to comments Strickland had made. According to Chimaev, when confronted, Strickland explained that he was simply promoting their fight and building hype. The post is light on specific details about when this confrontation occurred or what Strickland had said to prompt it. This anecdote suggests tensions between the two fighters' camps related to pre-fight verbal exchanges. Strickland is known for his provocative comments, and this incident appears to be part of that pattern. The resolution seems to have been relatively peaceful, with Strickland clarifying his promotional intentions.