Analysis examines Strickland's ability to get up from Chimaev's takedowns

A detailed analysis explores whether Sean Strickland can stand up from Khamzat Chimaev's takedowns at UFC 328. Multiple training partners offer insights: Luke Rockhold notes Strickland is frustratingly difficult to hold down despite not being highly technical in grappling; Jorge Masvidal confirms he struggles to hold Strickland down even against heavyweights; Sharaf Davlatmurodov says Strickland constantly works with collegiate wrestlers and was the most uncomfortable opponent to control, though questions whether he could break Chimaev's grip control. The piece references Strickland's fights with Dricus Du Plessis (who took him down six times but couldn't hold him effectively) and Kamaru Usman (who controlled him for 4.5 minutes nine years ago at a different weight). The analysis concludes that while Strickland can create frames and use wrestling-based explosions to stand, Chimaev's superior speed, leg control, and grip-breaking ability will likely prevent clean escapes, forcing Strickland to either drain Chimaev's energy or defend submissions and ground strikes.