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Robert Whittaker says Sean Strickland won’t beat Khamzat Chimaev by grappling; to have a shot at UFC 328 he should focus on deterring takedowns and making Chimaev reluctant to shoot, since Chimaev’s wrestling is central and preparation alone isn’t enough.
Joe Rogan argues Sean Strickland has a legitimate shot against Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 328 in Newark, highlighting Strickland’s five‑round experience, cardio and underrated grappling/takedown defense, and cautioning fans not to overlook him as the event approaches.
Chimaev’s team has been explicitly told by coaches not to initiate any fight-week trouble that could jeopardize UFC 328’s title bout with Sean Strickland, as tensions rise and Strickland taunts continue; Brendan Allen notes the group will avoid starting conflicts, aiming to keep the fight on as planned while Strickland seeks reaction.
Robert Whittaker predicts Khamzat Chimaev will overwhelm Sean Strickland at UFC 328, citing Chimaev’s relentless wrestling, cardio, and control. He advises Strickland to focus on striking and staying out of grappling range, noting that prep may not be enough to stop Chimaev’s onslaught; Whittaker, who fought Chimaev, emphasizes how difficult it is to prepare for him and that the fight could hinge on Chimaev’s ability to implement his wrestling-heavy game.
MMA Fighting’s roundtable weighs whether the Chimaev–Strickland feud could be UFC’s nastiest, including serious real-life threat talk and the UFC’s security measures, while also examining flyweight title implications from the Van vs. Taira co-main and highlighting intriguing undercard battles like Amosov vs. Alvarez, Dawson vs. Rebecki, and Green vs. Stephens, making UFC 328 a drama-rich night with meaningful rankings implications.
Ahead of UFC 328, death threats exchanged between Khamzat Chimaev and Sean Strickland threaten to derail the event’s traditional staredowns, with UFC reportedly considering canceling faceoffs to avoid a repeat of past chaos, and analysts noting the risk and security implications during fight week.
Joe Rogan says Sean Strickland has a real shot to upset Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 328, praising Strickland’s cardio, takedown defense, and his emotional warfare approach that could unsettle Chimaev; the 185-pound main event at the Prudential Center features Strickland as a heavy underdog in a bout that could derail the undefeated Chimaev.
Jan Blachowicz has withdrawn from UFC 328 after suffering a torn meniscus in sparring, scrapping his rematch with Bogdan Guskov that was set for May 9 in Newark after their majority draw at UFC 323. Blachowicz has not won since May 2022 and his recent results include draws with Guskov and Magomed Ankalev and losses to Pereira and Alex Pereira. It remains unclear whether Guskov will get a new opponent or if the bout will be rebooked, as UFC 328 still features Chimaev-Strickland and Van-Taira.
Khamzat Chimaev says he doesn’t want to kill Sean Strickland in UFC 328’s cage (haram), but notes that if a confrontation happened outside the ring, the rules would be different as Newark prepares for the showdown.
Dana White canceled the Paramount pre-fight face-off between Khamzat Chimaev and Sean Strickland for UFC 328, with added security and split hotel accommodations to prevent encounters; Chimaev offered little reassurance about avoiding a confrontation, while Strickland remains confident he’ll win on the feet, leaving the buildup tense ahead of the May 9 bout.
Khamzat Chimaev heads into UFC 328 in Newark to defend his middleweight title against Sean Strickland, insisting the bout stay inside the cage and not become a street brawl—even noting that if a fight occurred on the street, it could end badly. The heated rivalry has fueled talk ahead of the May 9 event, with UFC planning to keep the fighters separated until fight night. Chimaev, who captured the belt with a decision over Dricus du Plessis at UFC 319, remains focused on training and securing another victory.
Dana White announced that Khamzat Chimaev will face Sean Strickland in the UFC 328 main event on May 9 at the Prudential Center in Newark, finally settling their feud. Strickland earned a title shot after knocking out Anthony Hernandez, while Chimaev remains undefeated and a heavy favorite. The card also features Volkov vs Cortes-Acosta, with Brady vs Buckley and Blachowicz vs Guskov among other bouts.
UFC 328 will crown or confirm the middleweight champion as Khamzat Chimaev defends his title against Sean Strickland on May 9, 2026, at the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ. The card also features a heavyweight eliminator: Volkov vs. Cortes-Acosta. The rivalry between Chimaev and Strickland has been fueled by years of trash talk and a past sparring session, with Chimaev remaining undefeated in nine UFC appearances and Strickland aiming for another title bid after a KO win and a controversial year.