Sean Strickland says he will never bury the hatchet with Khamzat Chimaev

Sean Strickland escalated pre-fight tensions with Khamzat Chimaev in comments ahead of their UFC 328 middleweight title bout, highlighting the stakes around the main event. In an interview with The Mac Life, the Sean Strickland vs Khamzat Chimaev buildup included Strickland outlining how he would respond if confronted, as the UFC 328 middleweight title matchup nears. The fight is scheduled for May 9 at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. Strickland said he does not expect cordiality afterward. Their dispute traces to brief training at Xtreme Couture, with a disputed submission claim. He added the winner will retain bragging rights.