Chimaev Must Finish Strickland at UFC 328 to Shake 'Boring' Label

Chimaev will defend his middleweight title against former teammate Sean Strickland at UFC 328 on May 9. He acknowledged that despite being heavily favored, he needs a knockout or submission to alter his reputation as a "boring" fighter. ipltable.lol

"Yeah, for sure I have to finish him, otherwise people will (continue) to call me a boring fighter," Chimaev stated. Although Strickland boasts a high takedown defense percentage, Chimaev remains confident in his ability to take him down, dismissing the challenge as "easy" compared to past opponents.