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Sean Strickland turned down lowball offer to fight Paulo Costa at UFC 302: ‘It’s cut throat in here’

Sean Strickland may be a former UFC champion, but he certainly isn’t being paid like one. Middleweight contender Paulo…

Sean Strickland may be a former UFC champion, but he certainly isn’t being paid like one.

Middleweight contender Paulo Costa recently accused Strickland of turning down a fight with him at UFC 302 when the promotion returns to the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey on June 1.

“Two days ago, UFC come back and say, ‘Paulo, you fight Strickland on June 1,’” Costa said during an appearance on The Coach And The Casual. “It’s a great fight. It’s a fun fight, ]more] than Cannonier, I think.

“Unfortunately, I don’t know what happened,” Costa continued. “Strickland say, ‘No, he don’t want to fight me.’ Strickland, he refused to fight me, unfortunately. That’s what UFC told me. I just have this information from UFC. I think this fight would be great, I would love to fight him.”

“I never say no … I say ‘How much’ lol,” Strickland wrote on an Instagram, responding to Costa’s claim.

Sean Strickland Reveals the UFC’s Offer

Jumping social media platforms, ‘Tarzan’ took to X where he confirmed that he and the promotion were far apart when it comes to how much coin he would collect for a fight in The Garden State.

“Just fighting the UFC about pay lol it will get sorted soon or it’s gonna get weird man!” he wrote when asked for a fight announcement.

“Out of curiosity … what do you guys think I was offered to fight Costa on 7 weeks notice?” he asked his fans. “Base contract…..”

One person guessed $200,000 to show and $200,000 to win. Strickland replied, “Close, but less lol.”

“My man it’s cut throat in here,” he said to another fan who guessed $1 million. “99 percent of UFC fighters will never see a million their entire career.”

As a UFC champion, Sean Strickland may have very well cleared seven figures for his title fight with Dricus Du Plessis at UFC 297 in January. Now that he’s no longer champion, ‘Tarzan’ will only see the standard base pay + win bonus. Given his status as a top contender and likely one big win away from another shot at the belt, it’s understandable that Strickland would want to be more cautious about when he fights.

Paulo Costa claims Sean Strickland turned down grudge match at UFC 302 in New Jersey: ‘It’s a fun fight’

Off the back of his decision defeat to former champion, Robert Whittaker in the co-main event of UFC 298…

Off the back of his decision defeat to former champion, Robert Whittaker in the co-main event of UFC 298 back in February, former title challenger, Paulo Costa has claimed the promotion informed him that a planned UFC 302 fight with another ex-champion, Sean Strickland would not be materializing for the June event, despite best efforts.

Paulo Costa successfully makes weight for UFC 298 fight with Robert Whittaker — Mandatory Credit: Zuffa LLC

Costa, the current number seven ranked middleweight contender, most recently co-headlined UFC 298 back in February in a long-anticipated fight against the above-mentioned, Whittaker, suffering a decision loss to the Melbourne-born favorite over the course of three rounds.

Paulo Costa claims he's not signed contract to fight Robert Whittaker at UFC 298 I don't know what happened — Mandatory Credit: Zuffa LLC

As for Strickland, the outspoken former champion has yet to return since he headlined UFC 297 in January in Canada, dropping his middleweight crown in a close, split decision defeat to Dricus du Plessis, and appears to be rather disillusioned with his future in the sport amid his loss.

Paulo Costa reveals Sean Strickland bout was targeted for UFC 302

Providing a significant update on his fighting future, Belo Horizonte native, Costa claimed the promotion had suggested a bout with former title challenger, Jared Cannonier, before then revealing Strickland had turned down the chance to fight him at UFC 302 in Newark, New Jersey – much to the Brazilian’s disappointment.

“UFC suggested I fight (Jared) Cannonier,” Paulo Costa told The Coach And The Casual during a recent interview. “It’s a nice fight, I love the idea to fight [against] Cannonier. And [they] suggested that fight [take place] for June.”

But then, two days ago, UFC came back and said, ‘Paulo, you fight (Sean) Strickland on June 1?’” Paulo Costa explained. “It’s a great fight – it’s a fun fight, you know, even more fun that Cannonier, I think. Unfortunately, I don’t know what happened, Strickland said no. Strickland, he refused to fight me, unfortunately. But that’s what the UFC told me, you know. I just have this this information from the UFC. I think that fight, it would be great. You know, I would love to fight him.

Who wins in a potential fight: Sean Strickland or Paulo Costa?

Sean Strickland targets Barstool Sports’ Dave Portnoy and his dog, Miss Peaches, for no apparent reason

Sean Strickland is running out of things to tweet about. Over the last couple of years, the former UFC…

Sean Strickland is running out of things to tweet about.

Over the last couple of years, the former UFC middleweight champion has become best known for his wild hot takes on a variety of topics that range from mildly humours to downright vile. Seemingly nothing was off limits as Strickland went on homophobic rants, expressed his disdain for those who don’t agree with his far-right political beliefs, and even suggested that we turn the clocks back more than 100 years and disallow women from voting.

It must have been a slow week for Strickland, as the 33-year-old fighter decided to take aim at Miss Peaches — the dog owned by Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy.

“My girl watches the tiktok sadly, she keeps showing me Miss peaches, the barstool sports guys dog,” Strickland wrote on X. “And I asked my girl “does this man have kids” no Let me tell you all something if you’re a grown ass childless man obsessed about a dog you gotta rethink your life.. rich or poor.”

Sean Strickland Apologizes before promptly doubling down on his initial statement

Many commenters quickly came to Portnoy’s defense and expressed love for their own pets, which prompted Strickland to back down and apologize — before promptly insulting male dog owners once again.

“OK I went too far.. I’m sorry.. Your dogs are your kids,” Strickland added in a follow-up post. “I know.. I know As a man who loves his country I just see the sickness that has infected us The men before us built a nation, fought world wars, had pride, God. What do we have now? Boys with dog children.”

Of course, if Portnoy were instead showing affection to an inanimate object, like an AK-47, Strickland likely wouldn’t have taken issue.

Sean Strickland claims Canada threatened to pull him from title fight at UFC 297: ‘They absolutely hated me’

Sean Strickland says his first title defense of his middleweight title almost didn’t happen. Strickland headlined UFC 297 back…

Sean Strickland says his first title defense of his middleweight title almost didn’t happen.

Strickland headlined UFC 297 back in January in Toronto, Ontario, Canada against Dricus Du Plessis. In the lead-up to the fight, Strickland was vocal about his displeasure with Canada and also made controversial comments.

According to Strickland, he says during fight week, he was nearly removed from the card due to his comments, which is why he isn’t getting a rematch with Du Plessis.

“The UFC fans want me and Dricus to settle it,” Sean Strickland tweeted. “Dricus wants to settle it. We all know I fought in a dirty liberal country who f***** me. Dana [White] knows it. The UFC knows it. IF IT WAS ANYONE ELSE ON THE ROSTER THE REMATCH WOULD HAPPEN! Do the right thing, UFC…

Alright yall! I'm done bitching!

Thanks for rolling with me even when I'm acting like a woman venting!

Hope you are at home with a hot woman, surrounded by guns and meat.

If you don't have either of those settle on an ugly woman but no compromise on the guns!!!

— Sean Strickland (@SStricklandMMA) March 28, 2024

“No, man, it is a fact… Trust me…” Strickland replied when a Twitter user said no rematch with Du Plessis would prove he was robbed on purpose. “Canada absolutely hated me and threatened to pull me. You know, man, I’m not climbing that f****** ladder again….. If that isn’t it for me, [I don’t know], boxing… Go make millions beating up Jake Paul lmao (laughing my ass off).”

No man it is a fact… Trust me… Canada absolutely hated me and threatened to pull me.

— Sean Strickland (@SStricklandMMA) March 28, 2024

It is interesting that Strickland is also talking about a potential move to boxing, despite being one fight removed from winning the middleweight title in a massive upset against Israel Adesanya.

Israel Adesanya eyes title rematch with Sean Strickland mocks title loss again what a reign

Sean Strickland In No Man’s Land At Middleweight

Sean Strickland has been campaigning for a rematch with Dricus Du Plessis due to the fact the fight was super competitive and was a split decision.

However, all signs point to the UFC making Du Plessis vs. Adesanya for the belt next. Then, Dana White announced that Robert Whittaker would face Khamzat Chimaev in the main event of UFC Saudi Arabia in a No. 1 contender bout at middleweight.

Dricus du Plessis accuses Sean Strickland of admitting UFC 297 loss you definitely beat me — Mandatory Credit: Zuffa LLC

With Whittaker vs. Chimaev set for a No. 1 contender bout, Strickland does not have his next fight booked, and will likely have to win a couple of fights to get another crack at the belt.

Report – Colby Covington claims Sean Strickland is being investigated for pistol-Whipping civilian in Las Vegas

Colby Covington is alleging that Sean Strickland is under investigation in Las Vegas. Covington and Strickland have taken shots…

Colby Covington is alleging that Sean Strickland is under investigation in Las Vegas.

Covington and Strickland have taken shots at one another in the past as the two have trash-talked one another. But, Covington took things to another level as he revealed the former UFC middleweight champion is under investigation for allegedly pistol-whipping someone in Las Vegas. Covington also claims that Strickland has CTE and will be going to court soon over the alleged incident.

Sean Strickland ripped by Colby Covington in new interview

“He was a washout in my division. He couldn’t handle it in my division, he got beat up, knocked out because he couldn’t cut it. I think he’s a bum, he’s been hit in the head too many times, he’s got CTE. Anything that guy says you can’t follow along, that guys going literally probably going to kill someone someday. He’s under investigation right now in Vegas. Some drunk guy was wandering the streets near his home, he goes outside the home, pistol-whips the dude in the middle of the street. He’s under crazy investigation in Vegas right now. He’s gonna be going to court,” Colby Covington said.

Sean Strickland's coach claims live betting may have affected corner advice in UFC 297 title loss — Mandatory Credit: Zuffa LLC

Currently, Strickland has yet to comment on this matter, and whether or not he will is uncertain. But, it’s also uncertain if this alleged incident actually happened, but Covington says he knows it did happen.

Colby Covington looking to return in June

As for Colby Covington’s fighting career, he is campaigning to return in June at International Fight Week.

Sean Strickland threatens to stab Dricus du Plessis at UFC 297 if he mentions abuse — Mandatory Credit: Zuffa LLC

Covington is coming off a lackluster decision loss to Leon Edwards for the welterweight title back in December. It was his third crack at the undisputed welterweight title, and he has since been calling out Ian Machado Garry for International Fight Week but whether or not it will come to fruition is uncertain.

Covington is currently 17-4 as a pro and 12-4 in the UFC. ‘Chaos’ holds notable wins over Robbie Lawler, Tyron Woodley, Demian Maia, and Rafael dos Anjos among others.

Sean Strickland responds to call out from Ian Garry’s wife: ‘Whatever succubus cave you came from, go back to it’

Sean Strickland didn’t waste any time responding to Ian Garry’s wife, Layla Anna-Lee. On early Wednesday morning, Anna-Lee posted…

Sean Strickland didn’t waste any time responding to Ian Garry’s wife, Layla Anna-Lee.

On early Wednesday morning, Anna-Lee posted a lengthy video on social media addressing three of the biggest lies being spread about her relationship with the 26-year-old UFC star. Much of it targeted Strickland’s prior comments, labeling Ian Garry a cuck and perpetuating rumors that Anna-Lee was still involved with her ex-husband, who is currently employed as Ian Garry’s nutritionist.

Sean Strickland responds to Layla Anna-Lee

“I’ve been called a sexual predator, a pedophile, an abuser all by the man who allegedly suffered that exact abuse as a child growing up,” Anna-Lee said, referring to Strickland.

Sean Strickland goes off on Ian garry’s wife

Snapping back at the “succubus” on X, Strickland accused Anna-Lee of seeking attention by rehashing something that he had long moved past.

Alright demon.. I'll respond to you… Layla.. Delilah would be more fitting. pic.twitter.com/pZFdG0LKoS

— Sean Strickland (@SStricklandMMA) March 20, 2024

“Alright succubus, I’ll give you what you want,” Strickland said. “You talk about me, I’ll give you what you want — attention. I don’t want to call you by your name because if we know anything about demons, the moment you start using their name it gives them power. That’s all you want, right? Power and attention. When you post a picture and you get those fake plastic t*tties in that tiny little dress, and you realize, ‘Man, I’m an old lady. No one wants to see me half-naked in a dress,’ and think to yourself, ‘How can I get the attention that I want?’

“You talk about me. You bring my f*cking name up. You’ve never done anything. You’ve never accomplished anything. The only thing you’ve ever done is seduce famous men. And let me tell you why you’re such a despicable person. Everybody has gone and forgotten about this. We’ve accepted Ian and we’ve accepted you, as disgusting as it may seem, and then you bring this back up and tarnish your husband’s name just because that little insecure succubus demon inside you wants attention.

“Whatever succubus cave you came from, just f*cking go back to it.”

Considering Anna-Lee also addressed Colby Covington’s recent comments, expect to hear from the three-time UFC title challenger before long.