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Khamzat Chimaev eyes rematch with Sean Strickland for middleweight title

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 7, 2026, 1:30 AM

Last updated Nov 7, 2026

Khamzat Chimaev eyes rematch with Sean Strickland for middleweight title

Summary

Khamzat Chimaev aims to reclaim his UFC middleweight championship following a loss to Sean Strickland at UFC 328 nearly six months ago. Chimaev was favored to win, but Strickland disrupted his grappling strategy, securing a decision victory. Despite not being next in line for a title shot, Chimaev is prepared to wait for a rematch, potentially against Strickland or the current contender Nassourdine Imavov. Chimaev insists he remains the rightful champion, citing the circumstances of his past defeat and expressing willingness to follow Strickland up to heavyweight for another chance.

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By the Numbers

•Chimaev lost to Strickland at UFC 328 in May 2026.
•Strickland won the middleweight title by decision.
•Chimaev is willing to wait for a rematch against Strickland or Imavov.
•He considers himself the real champion despite the loss.

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Khamzat Chimaev wants his UFC middleweight championship back and he’s willing to wait on the sidelines to get it. It’s been nearly six months since Chimaev suffered a massive upset loss at the hands of Sean Strickland at UFC 328, but the wound is still fresh. That’s because Chimaev was expected to handle Strickland in […]
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