Sean Strickland responded on social media after Khamzat Chimaev struck him during the UFC 328 face-off, calling Chimaev a coward and saying it was exactly what he expected. A transcript of their heated exchange shows Chimaev telling Strickland he would beat him after Strickland provoked him by calling him a dog and saying he wouldn't do anything. The incident occurred as Dana White attempted to keep them separated. The physical altercation has intensified anticipation for their upcoming title fight.
UFC 328
Saturday, May 9, 2026
