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Sean Strickland's Next Fight Is A Rematch, But Pay Is Being Discussed
- Sean Strickland confirmed negotiations for a title fight against top contender Nassourdine Imavov are underway. Strickland stated that finalizing his pay is the final hurdle before the bout becomes official.
- Imavov remains the top middleweight contender, currently holding a five-fight winning streak. His recent run features victories over notable fighters Israel Adesanya and Caio Borralho, despite his struggle to secure a booking for over a year.
- Strickland previously dethroned Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 328 in Newark, New Jersey. After recovering from a training injury and a separate accident last week, he is now healthy enough to return to the octagon.
- The potential bout is targeted for T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Strickland's adopted home. The promotion needs a main event for this major show to close out the calendar this year.
- Once Strickland and the organization reach an agreement on financial terms, the fight will be officially locked in for The December show, which serves as the final numbered card for the promotion this year.
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Sean Strickland Confirms First UFC Title Defense Opponent
In May, Sean Strickland pulled off one of the biggest upsets of the year by beating Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 328 to reclaim the middleweight belt. Following that heroic victory, Strickland’s next title defense now seems set, with the champion himself revealing his next opponent. Some fans asked the two-time middleweight champion about his next […]
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