Dana White Ignores Jon Jones vs. Cormier and Places Chimaev vs. Strickland in the Top 3 Greatest Rivalries in UFC History

Chimaev and Strickland face off in a tense confrontation at the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

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Like the fans, Dana White has also jumped on the hype bandwagon and is visibly excited about the highly anticipated fight. Khamzat Shimaev x Sean StricklandThe clash between the rivals is the main battle of UFC 328, an event that takes place this Saturday (9), in New Jersey (USA), and is worth the middleweight belt (up to 83,9 kg). And, aware of the ever-increasing animosity between the bad boys, the official made a bold statement.

Present at the press conference to promote the UFC 328The company president escalated the rivalry between the Chechen champion and the former title holder, stating that it now ranks among the top three of all time. Indeed, the level of animosity is so extreme that the pair resorted to heavy trash talk, crossing all boundaries. It's worth noting that Chimaev and Strickland have not yet faced each other, so caution is advised, as regrettable incidents could occur during the event and after the match.

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"Top 3 of all time. Yes, this is a heated debate. It is what it is. Some are, some aren't. It is what it is," said the UFC president.

Shocking exclusion

While appearing on 'The Jim Rome Show', Dana, not satisfied with that, placed the Chimaev vs. Strickland rivalry above even one involving two of the best fighters in MMA history: Jon Jones e Daniel CormierFor many, these legendary professionals provided such tense moments that they rank this animosity as the second greatest in UFC history, or even the number one.

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It's unclear whether the company president forgot about the duo or simply didn't want to give 'Bones' the spotlight, given his ongoing public feud. In any case, the executive surprised everyone by revealing what he considers the third most intense rivalry in UFC history.

"It's one of the three greatest rivalries of all time. And the reason I put it second and McGregor vs. Khabib first is because of what happened. It could be Rashad and..." Rampage (In third place). There are a few others that could be on the list. But first and second place are McGregor vs. Khabib and this one here,” the official listed.

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