An analyst expresses satisfaction with Sean Strickland's victory at UFC 328, noting this is his second major upset after defeating Adesanya. Strickland was considered an underdog and "feeding" for Chimaev, yet delivered a clean 3-2 round victory despite split decision scoring. The analysis notes Chimaev showed cardio issues similar to his Usman fight, dominating the first round before fading. Chimaev is now confirmed to be moving to light heavyweight, with Paulo Costa mentioned as a potential opponent. For Strickland, a rematch with Nassourdine Imavov is suggested as a logical next step, with Strickland now holding six wins over current top-15 opponents. The analyst questions why both fighters appeared friendly before the bout after months of building intense rivalry.
Saturday, May 9, 2026
