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Sean Strickland is still getting the next shot at the UFC middleweight title, right?, but after Khamzat Chimaev 's first-round demolition of Robert Whittaker in the co-main event of UFC 308 on Saturday in Abu Dhabi, it sounded like UFC CEO Dana White was considering shifting gears.
Adding to that argument, not only did White confirm Strickland was next in line for the title shot, he also was one of the people who thought he deserved the nod from the judges in the loss to Du Plessis. Regarding pure star power, Strickland has garnered a solid following, but that might not compare to Chimaev's presence. When healthy, Chimaev looks like a fighter capable of powering his way to the top of the pound-for-pound list.against Robert Whittaker of New Zealand in a middleweight fight during the UFC 308 event at Etihad Arena on October 26, 2024 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The way he dismantled an ex-champion like Whittaker was impressive.
After that, it might only be a short time before he is ready to move up to light heavyweight, where he will have a more manageable weight cut. There is time for Chimaev to make his mark in two weight classes.
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