Analysis: UFC 328 press conference delivered emotion but lacked substantive debate

An analyst reviewed the UFC 328 press conference, concluding it delivered energy and intensity but lacked meaningful content development. Both fighters avoided directly engaging each other's arguments, with Chimaev focusing on Strickland's childhood trauma while Strickland attacked Chimaev over Kadyrov, Chechnya, and perceived cowardice. Neither fighter adapted their strategy mid-exchange or introduced new angles. Chimaev's approach echoed Du Plessis's previous tactic that made Strickland emotional, but Strickland was prepared this time. While Strickland delivered far more verbal attacks than McGregor did to Khabib, Chimaev ignored the substance entirely. The presence of armed security added dramatic effect. The analyst suggests Strickland expended more emotional energy, though it's unclear if Chimaev was genuinely affected.