Khamzat Chimaev Sends Warning To Sean Strickland As UFC Rematch Looms

Khamzat Chimaev lost to Sean Strickland at UFC 328 on May 9, 2026, in Newark, New Jersey, relinquishing the UFC Middleweight Championship he had won from Dricus du Plessis at UFC 319 the previous August. Since the defeat, Chimaev has been focused on coaching teammates and preparing for a potential rematch with Strickland. Chimaev has publicly issued a warning to Strickland, signaling his intent to reclaim the title in a second fight.