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Sean Strickland: Khamzat Chimaev's extreme ground pressure may surprise Dricus Du Plessis
Sean Strickland wonders how Dricus Du Plessis will react to Khamzat Chimaev's dominant ground game. Du Plessis (23-2 MMA, 9-0 UFC) defends his UFC middleweight title against undefeated Chimaev (14-0 MMA, 8-0 UFC) in the UFC 319 headliner on Aug. 16 from United Center in Chicago ( ESPN+, ESPN, pay-per-view).
Khamzat Chimaev welcomes Sean Strickland confrontation: ‘If it’s something personal for you, just come’
Khamzat Chimaev has a title fight coming up at UFC 319 and after that he’s ready to take on anyone. Including former middleweight champion and onetime training partner Sean Strickland. Chimaev and Strickland previously worked together at Xtreme Couture in Las Vegas,
Sean Strickland Warns Dricus Du Plessis About Khamzat Chimaev's Wrestling
Getty/UFC Sean Strickland recently alerted former foe Dricus Du Plessis about his upcoming title defense. Du Plessis is scheduled to defend his middleweight title against Khamzat Chimaev in the main event at UFC 319 on Aug.
Khamzat Chimaev Welcomes Sean Strickland to Take Online Beef to Streets: “I’m in LA”
Khamzat Chimaev is currently set to fight for the UFC middleweight championship against Dricus Du Plessis at UFC 319. Leading The post Khamzat Chimaev Welcomes Sean Strickland to Take Online Beef to Streets: “I’m in LA” appeared first on FirstSportz.
Khamzat Chimaev Called Mentally Weak by Sean Strickland: “You’re a b****”
Former UFC champion Sean Strickland has gone after Khamzat Chimaev ahead of the latter's UFC 319 title fight against Dricus du Plessis.
Dricus Du Plessis admits personal rule that could shape UFC landscape
Dricus Du Plessis has explained why he might not be as quick as some of his colleagues to challenge for a UFC title at a second weight. That bout, against the unbeaten Russian, follows Du Plessis’s title win against Sean Strickland in January 2024,
For Dricus du Plessis, finishing Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 319 a bell-to-bell chase
When Dricus du Plessis first hit the octagon nearly five years ago, he did so having already won championships in two different weight classes and with multiple notable regional promotions around the world.
Dricus du Plessis Clears the Air on Khamzat Chimaev Feud Ahead of UFC 319 Clash
Dricus du Plessis recently addressed his feud with Khamzat Chimaev and whetherthere is animosity. They will headline UFC 319, set for Aug. 16The post Dricus du Plessis Clears the Air on Khamzat Chimaev Feud Ahead of UFC319 Clash appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Khamzat Chimaev shuts down rumour around Dricus Du Plessis title fight at UFC 319
Khamzat Chimaev has dismissed a rumour that he could retire if he wins the middleweight title at UFC 319 this month. On 16 August, Chimaev will challenge champion Dricus Du Plessis in Chicago, as one of the UFC’s most fearsome contenders finally gets a title shot after being slowed by injury and illness.
Dricus du Plessis ready to take Khamzat Chimaev's 'boogeyman' moniker
UFC middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis is ready to take names when he steps into the octagon to defend his title against Khamzat "The Boogeyman" Chimaev.
Dricus Du Plessis Says 'This Is Going to Be History' and Promises 'I’m Going Out There and Will Shock the World Once Again' Against Khamzat Chimaev
Dricus Du Plessis is ready for his biggest challenge yet as he defends his UFC middleweight title against Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 319 on August 16, 2025, at the United Center in Chicago. Speaking on Uncrowned’s The Ariel Helwani Show on August 6,
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Sean Strickland considering fighting outside of the UFC with a lengthy suspension looming

Sean Strickland is considering fighting outside of the UFC with his future in the premier promotion currently under review. The former UFC middleweight champion hasn’t fought inside the Octagon since ...

Israel Adesanya sets sights on Paulo Costa or Sean Strickland for UFC comeback

Israel Adesanya targets Paulo Costa or Sean Strickland for his UFC comeback, promising an electrifying return to middleweight ...
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Sean Strickland recalls training with "f**king c*nt" Khamzat Chimaev while explaining his disdain for 'Borz'

Sean Strickland revisited his training session with Khamzat Chimaev, targeting him with harsh remarks. Strickland blasted ...
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Sean Strickland shreds ‘Death Sentence’ after Demetrious Johnson trained street fighter

Controversial former UFC champion Strickland was one of many top fighters who was caught in the crosshairs as ‘Death Sentence’ tore into a host of big names. Real name Maraji Johnson, the Street Beefs ...

Trouble for the UFC’s plans! Sean Strickland suspended indefinitely from MMA

The UFC has taken a significant hit. Former middleweight champion Sean Strickland, one of the top contenders in the 185-pound division, has been suspended indefinitely ...

Israel Adesanya says Sean Strickland rematch not happening next, eyes October return

Israel Adesanya looks to return for the October UFC PPV in Abu Dhabi, but doesn't think it will be against Sean Strickland.
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Sean Strickland told he is ‘not a real martial artist’ by one of MMA’s most controversial figures

Sean Strickland has been told by one of MMA’s most divisive figures that he is ‘not a real martial artist’ for his hard sparring with beginner celebrities.