MMA Community REACTS to Sean Strickland vs Khamzat Chimaev Highlights UFC 328

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May 9, 2026 — Sean Strickland SHOCKS the MMA World! Defeats Khamzat Chimaev to Become UFC Champion Again | UFC 328 Full Fight Recap & Highlights UFC 328 ended with absolute chaos as Sean Strickland pulled off a stunning upset over undefeated superstar Khamzat Chimaev to recapture the UFC middleweight championship in an unforgettable five-round war. #UFC328 #UFC #MMA Coming into the main event, Chimaev was viewed as nearly unstoppable. The undefeated champion entered Newark as a massive betting favorite, with many expecting his elite wrestling and relentless pressure to break Strickland early. And after the opening round, those predictions looked accurate as Chimaev dominated with takedowns, back control, and dangerous submission attempts. But Strickland survived. From Round 2 onward, the former champion began slowly turning the fight around with disciplined striking, constant pressure, and surprisingly effective takedown defense. Working behind his signature jab and Philly Shell-style defense, Strickland forced Chimaev into extended striking exchanges while making him work at a brutal pace. As the championship rounds continued, Chimaev’s cardio appeared to fade while Strickland kept increasing his output. Round 3 proved massive for the challenger as he stuffed the wrestling and consistently landed the cleaner shots throughout the stand-up exchanges. Even after Chimaev rallied again in Round 4 with power punches and another takedown, Strickland stayed composed and entered the fifth round determined to steal the fight. In the final frame, Strickland outworked the champion on the feet while defending repeated wrestling attacks to leave a lasting impression on the judges. Official scorecards: 48-47 Strickland 47-48 Chimaev 48-47 Strickland With the victory, Strickland becomes a two-time UFC middleweight champion while also ending Chimaev’s undefeated run in one of the biggest upsets in recent UFC history. Following the fight, Strickland gave respect to Chimaev while also acknowledging the intense buildup leading into