Sean Strickland may not have much of a relationship with Dana White, but the outspoken ex-champion has nothing but respect for the UFC CEO, especially when it comes to his stance on free speech.
Once upon a time, the UFC used to be a bit more strict on what athletes could and could not say in public. Just ask Matt Mitrione. But those days appear to be long gone.
Today, athletes are essentially free to share their hot takes on everything from gender to politics and even crazy conspiracy theories.
Strickland, who has made a name for himself saying pretty much anything he wants, no matter how extremely wicked shockingly evil, and vile it is, shared his appreciation for White and his willingness to allow athletes to do what no other sports organization in the world will.