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Security has tightened for UFC 328 after Khamzat Chimaev and Sean Strickland exchanged threats, prompting Morristown police to provide added protection to prevent any unsanctioned violence during fight week. Strickland’s stand-your-ground comments and Chimaev’s entreaties about his crew have spurred UFC to increase precautions, with the two only sharing a room during two media events before the title bout.
Ahead of UFC 328 in Newark, security is tightened to avoid any drama between Khamzat Chimaev and Sean Strickland. Chimaev’s coaches warned his team not to initiate trouble during fight week, with the UFC moving to separate fighters and canceling some media events as a precaution. A heightened pre-fight press conference is planned for the main event, and the bout remains the centerpiece of the weekend.
Jiri Prochazka, ahead of UFC 320, has been showcasing bizarre training techniques like punching trees and sensory deprivation exercises, which have puzzled fans. He is preparing for his fight against Khalil Rountree Jr, with UFC Embedded cameras documenting his unique routines. The event features a title rematch between Magomed Ankalaev and Alex Pereira, along with other exciting bouts.
Khamzat Chimaev and Dricus du Plessis met face-to-face before UFC 319, with Chimaev claiming du Plessis is not as big as many believe, while du Plessis disagrees, stating he is not taller than Chimaev and size isn't a fight determinant.
Dricus du Plessis dismisses size concerns after footage suggested Khamzat Chimaev is significantly taller, emphasizing that size doesn't determine fight outcomes and expressing confidence in defeating Chimaev at UFC Chicago.
Jorge Masvidal and Kevin Holland had their second altercation of UFC 287 fight week during the official weigh-ins. Holland called Masvidal "baby girl," the same comment that allegedly set "Gamebred" off during the first exchange between them. Masvidal had to be restrained as he tried to go after Holland. Both men are scheduled to fight tonight at UFC 287, but not against each other.