"I’m risking my life in here!" Sean Strickland showcases intense sparring ahead of his UFC return.
Sean Strickland is known for his hard-hitting approach to training, and his recent sparring session with one of the most dynamic fighters in the middleweight division was no exception.
The former middleweight champion is gearing up to make his comeback on February 21 of next year, facing off against Anthony ‘Fluffy’ Hernandez in a crucial match that could set him back on the path toward title contention. In preparation, he is sparring at full intensity, even labeling his session with Michel Pereira as akin to an actual fight in a recently released video.
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Strickland has built quite a reputation for his rigorous sparring sessions, often going all out even against less experienced opponents. However, it remains uncertain if he will approach his match against Hernandez with the same ferocity, especially considering his fighting style is frequently criticized for lacking excitement.
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In a fresh Instagram video, Sean Strickland shared highlights from a sparring session with the flamboyant middleweight contender Michel Pereira. The footage showcased an electrifying exchange, with Strickland making several amusing remarks afterward.
"Brazilians will go all out for nothing," he chuckled while displaying clips from their rigorous sparring. "Honestly, you guys have no idea. You could toss a Cheeto into the ring, and they’d go all in for it. I have a lot of respect for those fighters."
As the woman filming commented on how everyone seemed to be out to get him that day, Strickland humorously dismissed the concern, stating that he actually needs this level of intensity. Throughout the short video, viewers can see him skillfully dodging strikes while effectively landing powerful punches and knees in return.
He captioned the post: "It wouldn’t be Tuesday if a Brazilian wasn’t trying to take years off my life… Feb 21st."
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