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UFC 328 Results: Sean Strickland Stuns Khamzat Chimaev to Reclaim Middleweight Gold (fight highlights) (https://globalcrimefeed.com/ufc-328-results-sean-strickland-stuns-khamzat-chimaev-to-reclaim-middleweight-gold/)
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The Main Event: Strickland’s Tactical Masterclass
Entering the cage as a significant underdog, Sean Strickland (31-7) faced a version of Khamzat Chimaev (15-1) that many believed was destined for a long title reign. The first round played out exactly as the oddsmakers expected: Chimaev secured a takedown within the first 20 seconds, immediately transitioning to the back and threatening with a rear-naked choke. Strickland, showing the defensive wrestling improvements he has touted for years, managed to survive the “Borz” onslaught, though he lost the round clearly on all three scorecards.
However, as the fight moved into the “championship rounds,” the narrative shifted. Chimaev, who had emptied a significant portion of his gas tank in the opening frame, began to slow. Strickland’s signature “Philly Shell” defense and constant jab began to find their mark. By the third round, Strickland was the one moving forward, mocking Chimaev’s fatigue and landing crisp combinations.
The final scorecards read 47-48, 48-47, and 48-47 in favor of Strickland. With this win, Strickland becomes the only man to hold a professional victory over Chimaev, cementing his legacy as one of the most resilient fighters in the division’s history.