Sean Strickland targets Khamzat Chimaev for possible rematch
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 9:10 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Sean Strickland is expressing interest in a rematch against Khamzat Chimaev, who he defeated by split decision to claim the middleweight title at UFC 328 in May. Strickland, recovering from a shoulder injury, directed criticism at Chimaev, mocking his weight-cutting issues in a recent tweet. Chimaev responded by accusing Strickland of cowardice and calling for a rematch. Meanwhile, Nassourdine Imavov, who believes he is the top contender, also weighed in on the situation, asserting he will dictate the fight outcomes. Discussions to schedule Strickland’s next fight remain ongoing.
- •Strickland defeated Chimaev for the title in May
- •Strickland recovering from a shoulder injury
- •Chimaev desires a rematch
- •Imavov claims he is the No. 1 contender
- •Strickland criticizes Chimaev's weight cutting
- 9:10 PMYahoo Sports — Rematch? Sean Strickland says Khamzat Chimaev 'keeps running his f*cking mouth'
"Is Sean Strickland now angling for a Khamzat Chimaev rematch?
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