Sean Strickland: I will shoot Khamzat Chimaev if he jumps me
Sean Strickland has threatened to use a firearm against Khamzat Chimaev and his team if they attempt to confront him during UFC 328 fight week. The UFC middleweight champion made the remarks during a media session, escalating their already intense rivalry. Strickland claimed he would be armed in New Jersey and would shoot anyone who attacked him with a group. The promotion has reportedly increased security ahead of the May 9 title bout.
- ▪Sean Strickland threatened to shoot Khamzat Chimaev and his associates if they try to attack him during fight week.
- ▪The threat came in response to Chimaev suggesting he might 'jump' Strickland with his team.
- ▪Strickland stated he would be armed in New Jersey and would defend himself if confronted by multiple people.
- ▪UFC CEO Dana White confirmed the promotion is increasing security for the event.
- ▪The heated rivalry has raised concerns of a real-life altercation before the scheduled title fight at UFC 328.
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