Sean Strickland
UFC 2014–present · rated in 3 editions · peak overall 89.0
Scouting report
Putting on a five-round striking clinic to dethrone Israel Adesanya at UFC 293, Sean "Tarzan" Strickland surprised observers with his unorthodox Philly shell defense and forward march. Originating from Anaheim, California, and training at Xtreme Couture, Strickland pressures opponents with a piston jab and cardio, proven by an 85 Boxing and 94 Cardio, driving an 85 Overall rating.
Peak ratings
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Returning from a motorcycle accident, Strickland went on a five-fight winning streak upon moving to middleweight between 2020 and 2021, stopping Jack Marshman and Brendan Allen via TKO, and out-boxing Krzysztof Jotko and Uriah Hall over five rounds in Las Vegas. His Philly shell defense, jab, and forward pressure are reflected in an 89 Boxing and 91 Cardio.
Strickland achieved a title upset at UFC 293 in Sydney in September 2023, out-boxing Israel Adesanya across five rounds to capture the UFC Middleweight Championship, before dropping a split decision to Dricus Du Plessis at UFC 297 and defeating Paulo Costa at UFC 302. His defensive guard, jab volume, and gas tank justify his 93 Boxing and 95 Cardio.
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