Strickland recently took a moment to celebrate his championship
victory with his teammates.
In a video posted on the
Xtreme Couture Instagram account, Strickland brought the belt
back to the Las Vegas-based gym and praised his training
partners.
“After every L I’ve got, the fact that I went back and came to the
gym is why I have another one of these f—ers,” Strickland said.
“That being said, as always, I want to thank you guys. I’m pretty
f—-ed up; I’m going to take a few weeks off. But I wouldn’t be
here without you guys, seriously. F—-ing, all the coaches, would
not be here without you. So, it’s not just my belt, it’s our belt.
Thank you.”
Strickland upset Khamzat
Chimaev via split decision in the UFC 328
headliner this past weekend to capture the middleweight crown. It’s
the second championship win for Strickland, who initially shocked
the world by ending Israel
Adesanya’s championship reign at UFC 293 in September 2023.
Love All Around
“A rising tide raises all ships,” wrote Xtreme Couture head coach
Eric Nicksick in the caption of the video. “Sean, I know how much
this gym means to you, but I hope you know how much you mean to us!
From every member to the staff, all the coaches, and teammates,
this belt is for you!”