Analysis: Chimaev may have prepared for light heavyweight debut before late change

Post-fight analysis suggests Khamzat Chimaev may have been preparing for a light heavyweight debut before plans changed last minute, which could explain his cardio issues lasting only one round despite working with top sports science professionals. Sean Strickland apologized for going too far in promoting the fight, though the damage to Chimaev's aura remains, particularly after Chimaev was friendly and embracing during the fight despite the pre-fight trash talk. The Vann versus Taira fight is being compared to the Moreno-Figueiredo rivalry for a younger generation, with expectations they will fight again for the title. Alexander Volkov received favorable judging for the second consecutive fight, benefiting from what some viewed as robbery in his bout with Gane.