Khamzat Chimaev dismisses Sean Strickland as circus clown, Islam begins camp

In response to Sean Strickland's provocations, Khamzat Chimaev explained why he finds Strickland amusing rather than angering, comparing him to a circus clown and calling him fake after friends reported Strickland backed down in person claiming he was just promoting a fight. Artur Vahitov, who last defeated Alex Pereira in kickboxing and is now helping Ciryl Gane prepare, predicted Pereira will lose because he gained too much muscle mass. Jiri Prochazka responded to criticism from Ulberg by calling him a stripper. Carlos Prates posted a playful face-off with his daughter against Madalena. Islam Makhachev confirmed he has started training camp for his next fight. Colby Covington complained about UFC's lack of interest in promoting him or booking him for major events like the White House fight card, expressing willingness to give his final competitive years to RAF if UFC won't utilize him.