MMA opinion: Will Sean Strickland have a chance at middleweight gold again?
Sean Strickland is a controversial figure in the world of MMA.
The former middleweight champion pulled off one of the biggest upsets in UFC history after his win against Israel Adesanya in 2023.
But does he still have the skills to take back the belt from Khamzat Chimaev? Sport News Blitz writer Cameron Cleugh gives his opinion.
MMA news: Champion Khamzat Chimaev reacts to Sean Strickland KO win over Anthony Hernandez
Sean Strickland beat Anthony Hernandez by third-round TKO at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas on Saturday.
The result was only Strickland’s fifth TKO/KO in 24 UFC fights, meaning he has just a 21% TKO/KO rate.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Samuel Faris-Clark rounds up the reaction to the fight.
MMA news: Sean Strickland back in action vs Anthony Hernandez – but is his star quality waning?
Sean Strickland returns to action on Saturday, February 22 at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas against Anthony Hernandez after being out of action for just over a year.
Strickland had the MMA world fully behind him when he won the middleweight title against long-reigning champion Israel Adesanya as a 5/1 underdog.
The brash, outspoken nature of Strickland felt like a breath of fresh air to many fans, but public sentiment has since shifted to focus on his underwhelming fighting style, reports Sports News Blitz’s MMA writer Samuel Faris-Clark.
MMA news: ‘I’m going to get him back’ - Israel Adesanya targets rematch against Sean Strickland
MMA expert Niall Togher of Sports News Blitz brings the latest on Israel Adesanya, who has set his sights on a rematch with Sean Strickland.
After a period of reflection and setbacks, Adesanya says he’s ready to return and settle the score.
MMA news: ‘Uninspiring’ Sean Strickland needs to ‘evaluate’ his future, says Eric Nicksick
At UFC 312, Sean Strickland's performance in his rematch with Dricus Du Plessis left much to be desired, prompting his head coach, Eric Nicksick, to offer a candid evaluation of his fighter's future in MMA.
In this article, Sports News Blitz writer Niall Togher reports on Nicksick's comments regarding Strickland's performance.
MMA news: Luke Rockhold slams Sean Strickland following UFC 312 defeat
Luke Rockhold did not hold back when discussing Sean Strickland’s performance against Dricus Du Plessis at UFC 312.
Sports News Blitz writer Niall Togher reports that Rockhold accused Strickland of quitting after suffering a broken nose in the fight.
MMA betting tips: Dricus Du Plessis to stop Sean Strickland late and end their rivalry emphatically
On Sunday, February 9, at 3 am, MMA fans will witness a heated rivalry between Dricus Du Plessis and Sean Strickland reach its climax in a highly anticipated rematch.
Sports News Blitz writer Niall Togher breaks down what to expect from this explosive showdown.
MMA news: What’s next for Israel Adesanya?
Israel Adesanya, one of the biggest MMA names is nearing the end of his career.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Niall Togher reflects on the fighter’s recent words and previews potential matchups that could prolong Adesanya’s career.
MMA news: Sean Strickland scolds Khamzat Chimaev and targets him for first title defence
Sean Strickland has never been one to hold back his thoughts, and his latest comments on Khamzat Chimaev are no exception.
In this article, Sports News Blitz writer Niall Togher explores Strickland’s remarks and his desire to face Chimaev should he reclaim the UFC middleweight title.