Strickland upsets Chimaev at UFC 328, future matchups unclear for middleweight division

Sean Strickland defeated Hamzat Chimaev by split decision at UFC 328 in what's being called the upset of the year. The result was 3-2 in rounds favoring Strickland, though judge Sue Sanidad controversially scored the fifth round for Chimaev. Chimaev, who struggled with cardio after a dominant first round, is now planning to move up to light heavyweight rather than pursue a rematch. A potential fight with Paulo Costa awaits him at 205 pounds. For Strickland, a rematch with Nassourdine Imavov appears to be the logical next step for the middleweight title. Strickland now has six victories over fighters currently in the top 15.