Sean Strickland defeated Khamzat Chimaev by split decision at UFC 328 on Sunday, at the Prudential Center in Newark, to regain the middleweight title for the second time in his career.
Strickland took two scorecards 48-47, while Chimaev won the third 48-47.
The result ended Chimaev’s unbeaten 15-0 run and marks the first defeat of his MMA career.
A mix of cheers and boos rang through the arena as Strickland celebrated his victory.
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At the post-fight press conference, Strickland claimed Chimaev missed weight for the title fight.
“He missed weight. I know, I should get 20 per cent of his purse,” he said.
For Strickland, it’s redemption after losing the belt to Dricus du Plessis in 2024.
