Khamzat Chimaev says increased security for Strickland fight is for opponent's safety

Khamzat Chimaev has responded to reports about increased security measures for fight week with Sean Strickland. When asked by a journalist whether he expects any confrontations, Chimaev stated it won't happen because officials aren't allowing him to cross paths with Strickland and he doesn't know where his opponent is. When the journalist mentioned that Dana White said there would be more security than usual this week, Chimaev responded confidently that the extra security is for Strickland's safety, not his. The comments suggest tension between the fighters and UFC's proactive approach to preventing any physical altercations before their scheduled bout. Chimaev's remarks indicate he views himself as the more dangerous party in any potential confrontation.