Sean Strickland has been the most controversial fighter in the UFC since he came into the limelight. The fighter has said some outrageous things and has beefs with a lot of individuals from the world of combat sports. Recently, he went back and forth with ex-Navy Seal David Goggins and now Chael Sonnen is involved in the mix.
Over the last few weeks, both Sean Strickland and David Goggins have exchanged some serious jibes at each other. It started with the fighter calling out Goggins for a sparring match. Goggins responded by calling Strickland for a hardcore training and running session. In the middle of all this UFC Hall of Famer Chael Sonnen in his latest YouTube video talked about his old friend Strickland’s mentality. According to Sonnen, the former middleweight champion is not someone others should play around casually.
Goggins should not be able to make it through the workout the same as Sean should not be able to go over and do these ultra triathlons that Goggings does. If you are addressing Sean Strickland, you need to know it’s not for clicks. There’s some guys that you can play with, don’t play with Sean.
Chael Sonnen via his YouTube channel
Sonnen then discussed the differences between running a triathlon and fighting in the octagon. According to the Legend, giving up while running will result in a stop. In fights, the equivalent thing would be to let the opponent attack and damage without any other options. Sonnen has known Strickland for many years and claimed that the fighter does not fake anything online.
Goggins is one of the most popular motivational speakers in the world and has a massive fan base. His followers have often claimed that the 49-year-old has helped them to reshape their lives in many ways. However, given Strickland’s personality, all these things didn’t matter to him. Nevertheless, after a series of back and forth, the pair have now finally stopped.
Sean Strickland talks about losing his mind while playing the waiting game for the middleweight title shot
Sean Strickland lost his UFC title against Dricus Du Plessis at UFC 297 in a controversial way. The ‘Tarzan’ claimed that the Canadian judges robbed him due to his contentious comments on their nation. Strickland bounced back from the loss by defeating Paulo Costa and called out for a title shot.
Sean Strickland (via Imago)
The fighter even mentioned that he’s willing to wait as much as possible until he gets the title shot. In a tweet, he revealed that he was bored of waiting and that’s why he mocked David Goggins.
Alright you guys I’m done making fun of Goggins, i trained, I feel good. ClarityI have to wait for Dricus and Izzy to fight.. I’m on the bench I’m just bored and angry and hurting people makes me feel good inside lol..You’re cool goggins… keep on jogging my man.
Sean Strickland via X
Alright you guys I’m done making fun of Goggins, i trained, I feel good. Clarity
I have to wait for Dricus and Izzy to fight.. I’m on the bench
I’m just bored and angry and hurting people makes me feel good inside lol..
You’re cool goggins… keep on jogging my man….
— Sean Strickland (@SStricklandMMA) July 12, 2024
Strickland is currently eyeing the upcoming title fight between Israel Adesanya and Dricus Du Plessis at UFC 305. The grudge fight will take place in Perth and fans are excited for the match-up. If things go according to Strickland’s plan he could potentially fight the winner of the fight early next year.
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