Sean Strickland Halts UFC Return Over Ongoing Contract and Pay Dispute
UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland announced he will not fight until his pay dispute with the promotion is resolved, even considering leaving the UFC after fulfilling his contract at 205 pounds.
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Sean Strickland has intensified his dispute with the UFC over fighter compensation. The 185-pound champion announced via social media that he will not enter the Octagon again until his financial situation with the promotion gets “figured out.”
Strickland has taken to social media since September to voice complaints regarding fighter pay in the UFC. Amid the friction, the champion has openly discussed fighting out his current promotional contract to explore opportunities with another organization.
As part of a potential exit plan, Strickland noted he is considering vacating his UFC title to finish his remaining contractual obligations a division higher. “Contemplating just going to 205, knocking out my contract and scrapping with Jake Paul,” Strickland wrote. “That sounds fun.”
The standoff comes amid a strong run inside the cage for Strickland. He currently rides a two-fight winning streak, having finished Anthony Hernandez before edging Khamzat Chimaev to regain the UFC middleweight title.
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