Serious! Sean Strickland reveals list of injuries after victory over Chimaev at UFC 328

Strickland celebrates his UFC victory. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

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Sean Strickland left UFC 328 with the belt, but also with a series of injuries. The American defeated Khamzat Shimaev in the main event, in a five-round war decided by split decision. Despite already showing anxiety for defend the title Against Nassourdine Imvaov, the loudmouth will need to slow down and focus on recovery before even thinking about returning to the octagon.

In a social media post, the champion detailed the physical problems he suffered after the fight. He revealed a type 2 acromioclavicular separation, an extended type V SLAP lesion, as well as a partial rotator cuff tear associated with tendinosis. Even so, he indicated that he intends to deal with the situation and move forward despite the adversity.

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“Type 2 acromioclavicular separation (AC), extended type V SLAP lesion. Partial rotator cuff tear/tendinosis. I'll have to endure this and move on…”, he wrote. Sean Strickland.

Type 2 AC separation
Extended Type V SLAP tear
Partial rotator cuff tearing/tendinosis

Gonna have to walk this one off…

Sean Strickland (@SStricklandMMA) May 13, 2026

Understand the shoulder injuries that could keep Strickland out of the UFC octagon.

The injuries suffered by Sean Strickland These injuries directly affect the shoulder region, one of the most stressed areas in MMA. Acromioclavicular separation type 2 indicates a partial displacement of the joint between the clavicle and the shoulder, while SLAP type V lesions involve more complex damage to the joint, potentially compromising stability and mobility.

Partial rotator cuff tears, associated with tendinosis, indicate wear and tear and damage to the tendons responsible for arm movements, a condition that generally requires careful treatment and recovery time before returning to high-performance activities.