Sean Strickland Reveals Why He Turned Down Fight in Saudi Arabia
Former UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland recently made headlines after declining a fight against Khamzat Chimaev at UFC on ABC 6 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. In an interview with SHAK MMA’s YouTube channel, Strickland cited cultural differences as the reason behind his decision.
When asked about facing Chimaev in Saudi Arabia, Strickland firmly stated, “A fight with Chimaev? Nah, I wouldn’t go to Saudi Arabia. Hang out with a bunch of burqas, I’m a good man…Something about burqas and no bikinis and sh*t, doesn’t sound like my place.”
Strickland is set to face Paulo Costa at UFC 302 in Newark, USA on June 2. With a recent split decision loss to Dricus du Plessis, Strickland is determined to bounce back. The fighter boasts a record of 28 wins and six losses.
On the other hand, Chimaev last fought against Kamaru Usman at UFC 294, securing a victory by decision. With an impressive record of 13 wins and no losses, Chimaev continues to make waves in the UFC.
Adesanya’s Prediction For Makhachev vs Poirier Fight
Middleweight champion Israel Adesanya recently shared his prediction for the upcoming fight between Islam Makhachev and Dustin Poirier. As the MMA community eagerly awaits this highly anticipated matchup, Adesanya’s insights offer valuable perspective on the potential outcome.
Verbal Exchange Between Makhachev and Poirier Revealed
Ahead of their faceoff, a verbal exchange between Islam Makhachev and Dustin Poirier nearly escalated into a physical confrontation. Details of the heated interaction shed light on the intense rivalry between the two fighters, sparking excitement among fans.
Stay tuned for more updates on the latest developments in the world of UFC, including Sean Strickland’s upcoming fight against Paulo Costa and the highly anticipated showdown between Makhachev and Poirier. #SeanStrickland #UFC #MakhachevvsPoirier