The UFC 328 press conference provided rare entertainment and emotion compared to typically uneventful UFC media events. Khamzat Chimaev appeared more fired up than at any point since his fight with Gilbert Burns, even out-shouting the typically vocal Sean Strickland. Strickland struggled to land his usual verbal jabs effectively as Chimaev dominated the exchanges. The author notes that Strickland deserves credit for saying controversial things directly to Chimaev's face that he had previously only stated in interviews. Despite the intense atmosphere, the post expresses doubt about Strickland's ability to win, suggesting discussions of his chances rely more on hypothetical Chimaev failures than Strickland's actual skills. The author worries the fight itself may not live up to the promotional buildup.
Saturday, May 9, 2026
