Two of the most prominent figures in the UFC, Sean Strickland and Alex Pereira, have forged an unexpected bond. What began as a brutal first-round knockout at UFC 276 has evolved into a collaboration. Their contrasting personalities simply add to the appeal. The US-born Strickland explains how impressed he is with the career of ‘Poatan.’
Sean Strickland and Alex Pereira
The story of Strickland and Pereira began at UFC 276 in July 2022. At the time, Sean Strickland was riding a six-fight winning streak and was considered one of the top contenders in the middleweight division.