Khamzat Chimaev responded to Sean Strickland's recent threat during Thursday's media workout ahead of their UFC 328 middleweight title defense on May 9 in Newark, N.J. Chimaev addressed reporters from MMA Junkie, dismissing Strickland's words amid building hype for the clash. This exchange escalates their feud, spotlighting the middleweight division's volatile title picture where Chimaev defends his belt. The back-and-forth underscores Chimaev's undefeated aura against Strickland's brash style. Expect intensified trash talk leading into fight week, potentially drawing massive PPV buys. A win for either could redefine MW hierarchy.
UFC 328
Saturday, May 9, 2026
