Spinning Back Clique: Strickland upsets Chimaev, Ronda Rousey's return

TL;DR

Sean Strickland upset Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 328, reclaiming the middleweight title in a split decision. Ronda Rousey is set to return in an upcoming MVP MMA event streaming on Netflix.

Key points

Sean Strickland defeated Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 328
Strickland reclaimed the UFC middleweight title
Ronda Rousey will return at MVP MMA's inaugural event
Upcoming fights include Van Steenis vs. Eblen and Fiziev vs. Torres
MVP MMA event will stream live on Netflix

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Sean Strickland did it again! Against all odds, Strickland has once again dethroned a UFC middleweight champion as a big underdog. This past Saturday, in the main event of UFC 328, Strickland defeated Chimaev in a split decision to reclaim his belt at 185 pounds. It was an impressive feat that shook up the combat sports world. Was the fight properly scored? Where do Strickland and Chimaev go from here? We break down all things UFC 328.
Some big fight bookings hit the headlines this past week. A title rematch between PFL middleweight champion Costello Van Steenis and Johnny Eblen was announced for July 18 at PFL Austin, along with a UFC lightweight banger between Rafael Fiziev and Manuel Torres for the promotion's return to Baku, Azerbaijan. on June 27. We break down these two bouts, plus other headlines from this past week.
Big MMA fights this weekend, and they're not with the UFC or PFL. MVP MMA is set to host its first event, which will stream live on Netflix. This inaugural card hosts the return of Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano, along with other big names in the sport, including former UFC stars Nate Diaz and Francis Ngannou. How much of an impact can this card have? Who will come out on top? We discuss.
Lastly, we close with a look ahead at UFC Vegas 117. This card features a bout between fan-favorite fighters Arnold Allen and Melquizael Costa. We give our predictions and analysis on this important featherweight bout.

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Q&A

What were the results of the UFC 328 main event between Strickland and Chimaev?

Sean Strickland defeated Khamzat Chimaev by split decision to reclaim the UFC middleweight title.

When is Ronda Rousey's return to MMA and what event will it take place at?

Ronda Rousey will return to MMA at the inaugural MVP MMA event, which will stream live on Netflix.

What other fights were announced recently in MMA?

A title rematch between Costello Van Steenis and Johnny Eblen was announced for July 18, along with a UFC lightweight fight between Rafael Fiziev and Manuel Torres on June 27.