Brendan Allen analyzes Sean Strickland vs. Nassourdine Imavov matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 12:50 PM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
Brendan Allen commented on the upcoming potential title bout between UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland and Nassourdine Imavov. Allen believes Strickland's fighting style presents challenges for Imavov. Imavov, with a record of 17-4 MMA and 9-2 UFC, is confident about facing Strickland, whom he lost to in a five-round decision in January 2023. Despite respecting Imavov's skills, Allen suggested that Strickland's pressure and movement could complicate a rematch for Imavov, whose training status has been uncertain leading into the fight.
- •Brendan Allen sees Strickland's style as a tough matchup for Imavov.
- •Imavov is confident he is next in line for a title shot.
- •Strickland defeated Imavov in January 2023 under different circumstances.
- •Allen respects Imavov but thinks Strickland could exploit weaknesses.
- •Imavov hasn't lost since their previous fight.
- 12:50 PMYahoo Sports — Brendan Allen: Sean Strickland's style tough for Nassourdine Imavov
"Brendan Allen believes UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland is a bad matchup for Nassourdine Imavov.
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