Sean Strickland's main event TKO win at UFC Houston has sparked debate over his next title opportunity against middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev. Nassourdine Imavov, on a five-fight win streak, challenges Strickland's claim to the shot. The Between the Links panel analyzes if Strickland did enough post-Houston to leapfrog contenders in the crowded middleweight division. Chimaev's potential move to light heavyweight adds intrigue. This could reshape the title picture, with Imavov pushing for his own contention. Expect clarity soon as UFC books its next MW bouts.
