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Khamzat Chimaev vows to chase Sean Strickland to any weight class for rematch: ‘This guy is not going to run from me’

Sean Strickland cannot avoid Khamzat Chimaev. In May, Strickland handed Chimaev the first loss of his MMA career, taking a split decision over him at UFC 328 to win the middleweight title. After the loss, Chimaev lobbied for an immediate…

Published: Thursday, 22 October 2026 at 9:00 PM
Khamzat Chimaev vows to chase Sean Strickland to any weight class for rematch: ‘This guy is not going to run from me’
Key Things to Know
  • Khamzat Chimaev declared he will follow Sean Strickland to any weight class to get a rematch.
  • Strickland previously won the middleweight title by handing Chimaev a split-decision defeat at UFC 328.
  • Strickland has feuded with the UFC over pay, threatening to vacate his title and move to light heavyweight.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Khamzat Chimaev stated he is willing to pursue Sean Strickland to light heavyweight or heavyweight to secure a rematch. Strickland defeated Chimaev via split decision at UFC 328 in May to win the middleweight championship, handing Chimaev the first loss of his professional mixed martial arts career.

Strickland has recently engaged in a contract dispute with the UFC and suggested he could vacate his title and move up to 205 pounds. While Nassourdine Imavov was considered a potential challenger, Chimaev emphasized that a rematch with Strickland offers a substantial payday and that he is eager to return to action soon.

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