Following the UFC 328 press conference, analyst Igor gives Chimaev the edge in the verbal exchanges, noting that while Strickland had sharp moments, his approach was somewhat repetitive. The analyst acknowledges that Strickland successfully promoted the fight but believes Chimaev had more impactful statements during the press event. The prediction is for Chimaev to finish Strickland in the first round. The assessment suggests the fight has been effectively built despite stylistic differences in promotion.
UFC 328
Saturday, May 9, 2026







