Cormier questions Strickland, Chimaev's rivalry after fight

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Last updated Aug 3, 2026

Cormier questions Strickland, Chimaev's rivalry after fight
Summary

Daniel Cormier expressed skepticism about the rivalry between Sean Strickland and Khamzat Chimaev following their title fight at UFC 328. Strickland upset Chimaev to claim the middleweight belt and later apologized for his pre-fight remarks. Cormier noted the lack of authenticity in their interactions, commenting on Strickland's admission that his comments were exaggerated for promotional purposes. Despite the potential for a rematch, Cormier believes the pre-fight trash talk will not have the same effect as before. Nassourdine Imavov claims to be the No. 1 contender while Strickland entertains a potential rematch with Chimaev.

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  • Strickland defeated Chimaev at UFC 328 to win the middleweight title.
  • Strickland later apologized for his trash talk ahead of the fight.
  • Cormier is skeptical about selling a rematch due to previous reconciliations.
  • Imavov considers himself the top contender in the division.
  • Strickland is open to a rematch with Chimaev despite prior animosity.
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  • 5:50 PMYahoo SportsDaniel Cormier: Strickland, Chimaev can't trash talk after burying the hatchet
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Daniel Cormier finds it hard to re-engage in Sean Strickland and Khamzat Chimaev's rivalry.

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