Chimaev suggests rematch with Strickland despite earlier plans to move up

Khamzat Chimaev appears to have reconsidered his plans to move up in weight class after his loss to Sean Strickland at UFC 328. Chimaev wrote to Strickland that they will see each other again soon, suggesting interest in an immediate rematch. This statement contradicts earlier indications that Chimaev would move to light heavyweight following the defeat. The quick turnaround in messaging indicates Chimaev may not be ready to abandon the middleweight division or accept the loss as final. A rematch would give Chimaev an opportunity to reclaim the title and restore his previously undefeated aura in the middleweight division.