Sean Strickland has clarified that his conflict with Khamzat Chimaev was genuine, but that the hatred between them is now in the past. Strickland acknowledged they were making each other's lives shorter during the bout. He expressed good wishes for Chimaev and said he hopes Chimaev will dominate the division up to 93 kilograms (light heavyweight). The remarks suggest a reconciliation following their heated rivalry and recent fight.
