Strickland’s Slow Burn Wins Back UFC Gold as Chimaev Finally Meets Five-Round Reality

Sean Strickland reclaimed the UFC middleweight championship at UFC 328 with a split-decision win over previously unbeaten Khamzat Chimaev in Newark. The result hinged on Strickland’s composure after a rough opening round and his ability to turn the fight into a grinding, late-round numbers game.