A photo has surfaced showing the facial damage sustained by Hamzat Chimaev two days after his UFC 328 title fight against Sean Strickland. Chimaev lost via split decision despite landing multiple takedowns and breaking Strickland's nose during the bout. The image reveals the physical toll of the five-round championship fight. This follows Chimaev's unexpected defeat, which marked his first loss since 2018 and raised questions about his future in the middleweight division.
UFC 328
Saturday, May 9, 2026


