UFC champion Sean Strickland shows who's boss and ridicules Michel Pereira's tormentor after provocation.

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

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Middleweight champion (up to 83,9 kg), Sean Strickland He has so many rivals in MMA that he is constantly challenged. Recently, the American was once again called upon to... Khamzat Shimaev Regarding the possibility of an immediate rematch, it didn't stop there. After winning Michael Pereira via unanimous, turnaround decision, in UFC Baku, event held last Saturday (27), Shara Magomedov He provoked the athlete, who didn't let it go unanswered.

After securing his second consecutive victory, the Russian fighter didn't seem impressed with Strickland's skill level, questioned his willingness to fight outside the United States, and doubted that Strickland would accept a fight in Abu Dhabi (UAE). It's worth noting that, after competing in Australia and Canada, the UFC champion emphasized that he will only defend his title 'at home'.

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In response to his rival, the American tried to ridicule him. Riding high on confidence after winning and ending Chimaev's undefeated streak, Strickland laughed, downplayed Shara's importance, and made a point of emphasizing that he is far from being in contention for the title, which he holds. Furthermore, the Russian remains outside the top 15 of the middleweight division.

“That makes me laugh. Dude, you fought my teammate… There are levels to this haha,” wrote the UFC champion on his official 'X' account.

Strickland fighters in MMA

Sean StricklandThe 35-year-old is one of the best middleweight fighters in history. The American began his MMA career in 2008, debuted in the UFC in 2014, and became champion of the category in 2023 and 2026.

Through the sport, the athlete built a record of 31 wins and seven losses. His main triumphs were against anthony hernandez, Brendan allen, Israel adesanya, Khamzat Shimaev, Paulo borrachinha e Nassourdine Imavov.