Daniel Cormier believes Chimaev-Strickland rivalry is genuine, not promotional hype

Former UFC double champion Daniel Cormier has stated his conviction that the conflict between Hamzat Chimaev and Sean Strickland is entirely real. Cormier emphasized that the two middleweights genuinely cannot stand each other, dismissing suggestions that their animosity is manufactured for promotional purposes. The rivalry has been building ahead of their highly anticipated matchup. Cormier's comments add credibility to the authenticity of the heated exchanges between the fighters. The post sparked debate among fans about whether any element of the feud is played up for media attention.