Overview
- A reporter’s tweet linked Khamzat Chimaev vs. Sean Strickland to May 9 at UFC 328 in Newark, but the UFC has not confirmed the matchup or date.
- Usman, who defeated Strickland in 2017 and lost to Chimaev at UFC 294, offered his assessment based on firsthand experience.
- He characterized Strickland as extremely tricky to hit due to a relaxed, blocking, lean-away style that frustrates opponents.
- Usman suggested Chimaev might need to diversify beyond his wrestling and display more striking if that bout is booked.
- With no official announcement, Nassourdine Imavov remains in contention for the title shot, and early expectations have Strickland as the underdog if he gets it.