Sean Strickland sparks new controversy and points out inconsistencies in the partnership between UFC and Paramount.

Sean Strickland He is a former UFC middleweight champion. Photo: Instagram/UFCEspanol

Sean Strickland The idea of ​​leading an Ultimate event within the new billion-dollar partnership between the organization and Paramount, which comes into effect from [date], is, at the very least, curious. UFC 324On January 24th, the American fighter took to social media to point out what he sees as an inconsistency between the streaming service's catalog and his own image, since he is scheduled to headline UFC Houston on February 21st.

In a post on X, Strickland mocked the contrast between Paramount's productions and his public persona. According to the former champion, the company seeks to balance content considered progressive with the presence of a fighter who admits to having a controversial and polarizing stance.

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Paramount presents: 'Star Trek, starring two fat lesbians'... 8 weeks later: Paramount presents: 'UFC starring...' Sean Strickland"A moderate racist and bigot. I respect balance," he wrote. Sean Strickland.

Paramount “we present you with the Startrek, starring two fat lesbians”

8 weeks later

Paramount “we present you with UFC starring Sean StricklandA mild racist and bigot.

I respect the balance

— Sean Strickland (@SStricklandMMA) December 8, 2025

Sean Strickland faces Anthony Hernandez at UFC Houston

After serving a six-month suspension for assault, Sean Strickland return to the octagon against anthony hernandez in the main event of UFC Houston. In a duel that could catapult the loudmouth for a middleweight (up to 83,9kg) title fight against Khamzat Shimaev.