Tag: Sean Strickland

Exclusive – Raquel Pennington condemns Sean Strickland’s ‘Hate speech’ pre-UFC 297: ‘Female fighters are here to stay’

Raquel Pennington denounces Sean Strickland Female fighters are here to stay UFCRaquel Pennington was not a fan of Sean Strickland’s antics ahead of UFC 297 and took the time to…

Raquel Pennington denounces Sean Strickland Female fighters are here to stay UFC

Raquel Pennington was not a fan of Sean Strickland’s antics ahead of UFC 297 and took the time to discuss how his ridicule could be construed as hate speech.

Entering UFC 297 as the undisputed middleweight champion, Sean Strickland was on top of the world. As boisterous as ever, he showed up to media day wearing a shirt that proclaimed: “A woman in every kitchen, a gun in every hand.” That was just the beginning though, as he’d later go on and spout a number of comments that some could perceive as homophobic.

A video featuring a breakdown of the comments by Sean Strickland during UFC 297 fight week that were perceived to be “hate speech”

Speaking to Lowkick MMA reporter Mike Owens, Raquel Pennington would touch upon the experience of UFC 297 fight week, and address the comments that were made.

Raquel Pennington draws the line between freedom of speech and hate speech

“Everybody has their opinions, and they’re warranted to how they feel and stuff,” Pennington began, speaking as an openly gay woman. “But you’re not going to tell me how to live my life, and I’m not going to tell you how to live your life. I don’t find the need to judge other people’s lifestyles… He wants to talk about female fighters, but we’re here to stay.”

Raquel Pennington opens as betting favorite to beat Julianna Peña after UFC 297 title win

“I can respect the UFC for giving a platform to where we have freedom of speech, and they allow us athletes to be ourselves and whatnot, but I do feel a significant difference in freedom of speech and hate speech. And there were a lot of interesting things coming on that end (hate speech)… He talks all big and bad all the time on the camera, and he’s constantly running his mouth, but then you see him in person, and he’s looking the other direction.”

Sean Strickland argues for title rematch with Dricus du Plessis that needs to be run back
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Raquel Pennington went on to say that things said on such a big platform can negatively affect the way some people feel. Saying that Strickland voicing such things on a platform like the UFC “breaks her heart”. But, ‘Rocky’ did hold firm in claiming that the ‘hate speech’ would never hold her back from doing her job in the cage.

What’s your opinion on Sean Strickland saying things that borderline on hate speech?

 

Sean Strickland argues for title fight rematch with UFC star Dricus du Plessis: ‘That needs to be run back’

Sean Strickland argues for title rematch with Dricus du Plessis that needs to be run backFormer undisputed middleweight champion, Sean Strickland insists he wants no part of the politics within the title picture at…

Sean Strickland argues for title rematch with Dricus du Plessis that needs to be run back

Former undisputed middleweight champion, Sean Strickland insists he wants no part of the politics within the title picture at 185 pounds off the back of his UFC 297 loss to Dricus du Plessis earlier this year, however, claims he should be the next to stand opposite the former in an immediate title rematch.

Strickland, a former undisputed middleweight champion, headlined UFC 297 back in January in  Canada, suffering a close, split decision loss to newly-minted gold holder, du Plessis in the pair’s championship battle. 

Dricus Du Plessis

Retaining the number one ranked at middleweight in the months since his loss, outspoken ex-champion, Strickland has been linked with a title-eliminator against another former gold holder, Robert Whittaker in Perth – potentially in August, however, has yet to be booked since his defeat to the South African. 

Sean Strickland stakes claim for UFC title rematch

Voicing his concern at a targeted title grudge match between du Plessis and would-be common-foe, Israel Adesanya later this year, Strickland argues that he should be the next challenger to the throne.

Sean Strickland closing as betting favorite to beat Dricus du Plessis at UFC 297 in Canada
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“You know I don’t care about fight politics or a belt but it makes me laugh they give Izzy (Israel Adesanya) a rematch to Alex (Pereira) after getting slept,” Sean Strickland posted on his official X account. “I lost a close decision that Dana (White) himself thought I won. Everyone did. The stats did. That needs to be run back.” 

Initially winning the title back in September of last year at UFC 293, Strickland turned in one of the biggest upset victories in Octagon memory in a one-sided unanimous decision win over the above-mentioned, Adesanya. 

LowKick MMA Awards 2023 Fighter of the Year Sean Strickland
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Suffering a title loss to du Plessis in his immediate title fight defense, Strickland’s reign was lamented by former foe, Kamaru Usman, who admitted he regrets not moving to middleweight in search of a championship rematch with him.

Who wins in a title fight rematch: Dricus du Plessis or Sean Strickland?

Ex-UFC champ Sean Strickland sounds off on boxing star Ryan Garcia: ‘God I hate famous people’

Sean Strickland goes off on Ryan GarciaSean Strickland had some pretty strong opinions about Ryan Garcia’s latest social media post. After sending fight fans into…

Sean Strickland goes off on Ryan Garcia

Sean Strickland had some pretty strong opinions about Ryan Garcia’s latest social media post.

After sending fight fans into a panic with a confusing video referencing his own death, Garcia posted a minute-long clip to confirm that he is physically okay, though the former WBC interim lightweight champion looked noticeably dejected. Claiming that he had no access to his phone or credit cards and that someone was attempting to have him jailed, Garcia’s post posed more questions than it provided answers.

Uninterested in the 25-year-old millionaire’s tales of woe online, former UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland chimed in, calling ‘The Flash’ a “f*cking p*ssy” and reminding him that there are people in the world with far more important issues.

God I hate famous people. Bro you are f*cking RICH…. They’re kids in salt mines, kids dying of cancer begging for one more day on this earth and you’re having a mental break down on social media.. You f*cking p*ssy,” Strickland wrote in response to Garcia’s video.

Garcia replied, calling Strickland a “bully” and telling him a not-so-subtle way that he needs Jesus.

“If you knew God you wouldn’t hate anyone,” Garcia responded. “You went on and Took advantage of a streamer who was someone with no exp. And you gave him a concussion. You think you are doing a service but really you are just a bully coming in the name of a hero.”

“You get what you want?? Did enough people tell you they love you??? Do you feel better??? You get enough attention lmao!!! Next time just be a man and pull the mother f*cker don’t press post haha fucking woman,” Strickland snapped back.“

Ryan Garcia Pokes fun at Sean strickland’s emotional moment

Garcia also made light of Strickland’s viral appearance on the Theo Von podcast where the outspoken UFC star broke down in tears while discussing his rough upbringing. “Toughest man alive,” Garcia wrote alongside a series of images from the episode. “Captain America look different to me.”

That prompted yet another response from Strickland, calling Garcia an especially vile four-letter word, among other things.

“Lmao I had a 3 minute slip on a podcast talking about real sh*t…. You had a melt down because a girl haha we ain’t the same.. You’re just another c*nt out there looking for attention. You get enough likes? Lmao and bro you know where to find me. Be about it don’t talk about it,” Strickland added.

Video – Ex-UFC champ Sean Strickland nearly pulls gun on friends throwing him surprise birthday party

Sean StricklandIf there’s one UFC fighter you don’t want to throw a surprise party for, it’s probably Sean Strickland. That’s…

Sean Strickland

If there’s one UFC fighter you don’t want to throw a surprise party for, it’s probably Sean Strickland.

That’s exactly what a group of the former middleweight world champion’s friends decided to do, entering his home while he was out to give him a proper surprise for his 33rd birthday. As ‘Tarzan’ returned, he heard strange voices and instinctively reached for his gun, thinking a prowler might be lurking around the corner.

Fortunately, no harm was done and Strickland shared a video of the incident, appropriately entitled ‘Dumb ways to die’ on Instagram.

“What do you do when you walk to your door and you hear voices laughing….. go in half cocked…. lmao! Thank you guys :)”

Despite it being only March, Sean Strickland has had a very busy 2024. After surrendering his 185-pound crown to Dricus Du Plessis at UFC 297, he pummeled Rumble streamer Sneako which prompted Jake Paul to lay down a $1 million sparring challenge.

He had the opportunity to meet former president Donald Trump, called Machine Gun Kelly a “vampire man” at a Power Slap event during Super Bowl weekend, and sh*t-talked the U.S. Navy SEALs prompting a call out from a legitimate one.

What other shenanigans can Strickland find himself in before the year comes to a close?

Sean Strickland calls out ‘coward’ Jake Paul after leaking DMs: ‘Our founding fathers killed men for less’

Sean StricklandThe war of words between Sean Strickland and Jake Paul rages on. Last month, the two combat sports stars…

Sean Strickland

The war of words between Sean Strickland and Jake Paul rages on.

Last month, the two combat sports stars got into a heated exchange on social media after ‘The Problem Child’ took exception to Strickland’s battering of popular Rumble streamer Sneako. Paul challenged Strickland to meet him in Puerto Rico for a sparring session with $1 million on the line.

Strickland accepted the challenge but later revealed that the UFC’s chief business officer Hunter Campbell had blocked him from moving forward. Paul immediately called b*llshit, offering up a series of screenshots revealing a DM exchange between Strickland and himself in an attempt to make it look like ‘Tarzan’ was using his employer as a scapegoat.

Never one to let anyone else have the last word, Strickland fired back on social media, revealing some additional context to the DM exchange along with his own unique commentary.

“Coward and a liar. There are so many legal ways you can die in America. Our founding fathers killed men for less. Bring a gopro, come to my house. State your intent, break a window. I don’t call cops. I don’t press charges. I know you would… but bring the mil please,” Strickland wrote on X.

“Could you picture Jake Paul breaking in my house with a million and a gro pro Saying “I’m here to kill you” lmao Sean you beat a man to death, why didn’t you pull your gun if your life was in danger. “He was on me too fast, I couldn’t get in my pocket” lmao,” Strickland added in a follow-up post.

Make all that of what you will.

Jake Paul returns to the ring on Saturday for an MVP event in San Juan, Puerto Rico. ‘The Problem Child’ will meet 17-2 fighter Ryan Bourland in the co-headliner. Though Bourland has been largely inactive over the last 5+ years, he is a former Golden Gloves champion and National Junior Olympian during his amateur career.

Paul is 8-1 in his pro boxing career.

Sean Strickland calls out ‘coward’ Jake Paul after leaking DMs: ‘Our founding fathers killed men for less’

Sean StricklandThe war of words between Sean Strickland and Jake Paul rages on. Last month, the two combat sports stars…

Sean Strickland

The war of words between Sean Strickland and Jake Paul rages on.

Last month, the two combat sports stars got into a heated exchange on social media after ‘The Problem Child’ took exception to Strickland’s battering of popular Rumble streamer Sneako. Paul challenged Strickland to meet him in Puerto Rico for a sparring session with $1 million on the line.

Strickland accepted the challenge but later revealed that the UFC’s chief business officer Hunter Campbell had blocked him from moving forward. Paul immediately called b*llshit, offering up a series of screenshots revealing a DM exchange between Strickland and himself in an attempt to make it look like ‘Tarzan’ was using his employer as a scapegoat.

Never one to let anyone else have the last word, Strickland fired back on social media, revealing some additional context to the DM exchange along with his own unique commentary.

“Coward and a liar. There are so many legal ways you can die in America. Our founding fathers killed men for less. Bring a gopro, come to my house. State your intent, break a window. I don’t call cops. I don’t press charges. I know you would… but bring the mil please,” Strickland wrote on X.

“Could you picture Jake Paul breaking in my house with a million and a gro pro Saying “I’m here to kill you” lmao Sean you beat a man to death, why didn’t you pull your gun if your life was in danger. “He was on me too fast, I couldn’t get in my pocket” lmao,” Strickland added in a follow-up post.

Make all that of what you will.

Jake Paul returns to the ring on Saturday for an MVP event in San Juan, Puerto Rico. ‘The Problem Child’ will meet 17-2 fighter Ryan Bourland in the co-headliner. Though Bourland has been largely inactive over the last 5+ years, he is a former Golden Gloves champion and National Junior Olympian during his amateur career.

Paul is 8-1 in his pro boxing career.