Chimaev's pre-fight preparation questioned after cardio issues against Strickland

Analysis suggests Khamzat Chimaev may have been preparing for a light heavyweight debut before plans changed last minute, potentially explaining his cardio issues that emerged in round two. Sean Strickland apologized for going overboard while promoting the fight, but Chimaev's friendly demeanor during the bout contradicted the heated buildup. The post compares Joshua Vann versus Kai Asakura to the Moreno-Figueiredo rivalry for younger fans, predicting future championship encounters. Alexander Volkov benefited from another close decision victory, his second consecutive controversial win following the disputed Gane fight. The analysis questions whether elite sports science teams would produce a fighter with only one round of cardio, lending credence to the theory of last-minute fight changes.