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5 Defining Moments: Sean Strickland

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Sean Strickland claims to be “ready to die” in his bid to overcome Paulo Costa in a match he previews as a “bloodbath.”

The former Ultimate Fighting Championship middleweight titleholder has become one of the most polarizing figures in the sport. Renowned for his penchant for generating controversy, the discourse surrounding the self-styled hero of the American proletariat is frequently punctuated by his inflammatory remarks and old-fashioned mentality. From homophobic slurs and political jabs to his confrontational demeanor, Strickland has stayed true to his unapologetic self across the board.