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Dakota Ditcheva says a personal jab Ronda Rousey directed at Khamzat Chimaev during promotion reshaped her longstanding admiration for Rousey. She says the remark was “not OK” and changed how she views the former champ, though she still respects her as a fighter. Ditcheva, who is prepping for a PFL return, emphasizes staying focused on her own career rather than getting drawn into personal feuds.
Khamzat Chimaev addressed the chaotic RAF 10 scene where Dillon Danis grabbed his foot and a stage brawl exploded after Chimaev’s pin. He told Red Corner MMA that Danis is an “idiot” who did “stupid things,” and he’s even open to a street fight if Danis is serious. Danis briefly threatened a guillotine before the finish, while RAF officials consider whether the incident could affect either fighter’s UFC status, with no decision yet. A pre-fight back-and-forth had cooled, but the onstage melee has left the future of both fighters at RAF/UFC in question.
Khamzat Chimaev dominated Dillon Danis with a sub-50-second tech fall at RAF10, but when Danis held on after the bell, Chimaev kicked out and a chaotic brawl ensued with teammates rushing the mat; the referee restored order and ruled Chimaev the winner.
RAF 10 in St. Louis featured Khamzat Chimaev's RAF debut against Dillon Danis (catchweight) headlining, with Arman Tsarukyan vs. Tony Ferguson in the co-main and a card that included Aaron Pico vs. Lance Palmer and Lucía Yépez vs. Kendra Ryan for the interim strawweight title; reported results include Sebastian Rivera over Haji Aliyev, Keegan O’Toole over Bekzod Abdurakhmonov, Andrew Alirez over Jaydin Eierman, Shamil Sharipov over Yonger Bastida (tech fall), and Arsen Harutyunyan over Caleb Smith (tech fall).
Khamzat Chimaev states he will pursue a rematch with Sean Strickland at 185 pounds after UFC 328, denying any move to light heavyweight, and awaits UFC booking while prepping for his wrestling debut against Dillon Danis in RAF 10, promising a different outcome and revenge next time.
T.J. Dillashaw claims Khamzat Chimaev’s UFC 328 weight cut was so extreme that he was nearly dying, with Chimaev allegedly vomiting green bile due to poor hydration and nutrition management. Strickland edged Chimaev by split decision to reclaim the middleweight title, and Dillashaw credits Sam Calavitta for proper weight-cut guidance while criticizing the rest of the camp. He argues Chimaev should stay at 185 (and pursue a rematch) rather than moving up until he’s properly rehydrated and trained, highlighting the dangers of improper water loss during fight week.
Khamzat Chimaev reportedly started fight camp nearly 50 pounds over the middleweight limit and struggled to make 185 for UFC 328 vs. Sean Strickland, with former champion TJ Dillashaw calling the weight-cutting method a “fraud” that nearly killed him, including claims of vomiting green bile and having a half-thyroid. Dillashaw’s remarks suggest the process was dangerously flawed, even as Chimaev performed competitively; post-fight discussion included potential moves to a lighter class or a rematch.
Du Plessis dismissed Khamzat Chimaev's weight-cut excuses after UFC 328, arguing that a 12-pound cut in 24 hours isn't catastrophic and that blaming a weight cut won't excuse a loss; he praised Strickland's performance, questioned a quick rematch for Chimaev, and noted uncertainty about Chimaev's next move (including a possible move to 205).
Dricus du Plessis dismissed Khamzat Chimaev's post-fight weight-cut excuse after Chimaev's split-decision loss to Sean Strickland at UFC 328, saying there are no excuses in the Octagon and urging fighters to take responsibility rather than blame a cut for the defeat.
Sean Strickland revealed a severe, multi-part shoulder injury—Type 2 AC separation, extended SLAP tear, and partial rotator cuff tearing/tendinosis—that left him compromised before his upset win over Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 328, an issue he says began with a sparring session with Johnny Eblen. Joe Rogan noticed the problem from cageside and said Strickland fought with one arm; after medical consultation, Strickland shared the injury details publicly, highlighting how he still pulled off the win.
Eric Nicksick says the feud between Sean Strickland and Khamzat Chimaev was genuine going into UFC 328, but after a 25-minute war Strickland won by split decision and the fighters exchanged a moment of sportsmanship as Chimaev wrapped the belt and apologized for the pre-fight hype; security concerns were noted, and the incident stands as a testament to respect amid intense rivalry, marking a meaningful chapter in Strickland’s title run alongside his earlier win over Adesanya.
Khamzat Chimaev says the feud with Sean Strickland ended on good terms after UFC 328, where Chimaev suffered his first pro loss. The two exchanged smiles, Chimaev even placed Strickland’s belt on him, and Strickland issued an apology. Chimaev now wants a rematch with Strickland as his only fight, though it remains uncertain if it can be arranged amid Strickland’s other potential contenders.
Georges St-Pierre praised Sean Strickland's split-decision upset of Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 328, saying the performance proved Chimaev is beatable even if he's the better overall fighter; the piece notes Strickland's composure under pressure and hints at a potential rematch, while Chimaev's camp remains focused on avenging the loss rather than moving up a weight class.
Khamzat Chimaev will return from his first career loss by headlining RAF 10 against Dillon Danis in St. Louis on June 13, as part of the Real American Freestyle wrestling league; the card also features Arman Tsarukyan vs Tony Ferguson and Lance Palmer vs Aaron Pico, with Danis entering as a heavy underdog against Chimaev.
Khamzat Chimaev signs with RAF and will make his promotional debut at RAF 10, facing Dillon Danis in a catchweight bout on June 13 in St. Louis, following his UFC title defense loss to Sean Strickland.