Following the UFC 328 press conference, analyst Igor assessed that Chimaev won the promotional exchanges with sharp verbal attacks, while Strickland's approach was described as more one-dimensional. However, the analyst acknowledged that Strickland accomplished his goal of promoting the fight effectively. Despite the back-and-forth, the analyst predicts that the bout will end with an early finish by Chimaev in the first round. The prediction reflects confidence in Chimaev's finishing ability despite Strickland's promotional efforts.
UFC 328
Saturday, May 9, 2026







