Chimaev and Strickland feud escalates before UFC 328

7 articles · Updated · Yahoo Sports · May 4

Analysts said the middleweight title fight build-up has veered into death threats, with UFC president Dana White and security reportedly on edge ahead of fight week.
They warned the risk lies less in verbal insults than a real altercation outside the cage, prompting plans to keep the pair apart in New Jersey.
The discussion also highlighted UFC 328's co-main flyweight title bout between Joshua Van and Tatsuro Taira, with Alexandre Pantoja expected to challenge the winner on his return.

As death threats escalate, is the UFC promoting a fight or managing a potential crime scene in New Jersey?

Do Chimaev and Strickland's unprecedented gun threats signal a dangerous new era for fighter conduct beyond the octagon?