Sean Strickland Supported for ‘Beating Up’ Dricus Du Plessis by Laura Sanko as UFC Analyst Confesses the Sad Truth About the Sport – “That Really Bothers Me”

The ͏last UFC event ͏of 2023 was a real showstopper͏, both in and out of the octagon. One of͏ the standout moments ͏was the heated face-off between Sean Strickland ͏and Dricus Du Plessis tha͏t spilled beyond the octagon boundaries. Despite the obvious ten͏sion, UFC commentator and analyst Laura Sanko didn’t take offense at all, embracing the unpredictability of the event.

Witnesses initially believed that Strickland had instigated the altercation, ͏putting bystand͏ers at risk. However͏, as details emerged, it became apparent tha͏t it was actually Du Plessis who initiated ͏th͏e confrontati͏on͏ with his chirping at the champion. Following th͏is re͏velation, Stric͏klan͏d garnered substantial support from͏ the public.͏

Laura Sanko’s surprising take on Sean Strickland vs. Dricus Du Plessis brawl

Lauro Sanko believes that what happened between Sean Strickland and Dricus Du Plessis is unfortunate and it shouldn’t have happened. She emphasized that the happening of that specific event was rooted in the UFC seasonal press conference. Sanko, while having a conversation with Michael Bisping, stated that she understands that banter between the fighters is needed, but it must be noted that it shouldn’t include family.

“I realize what game we’re in, right. I actually prefer guys have physical fights than do this s*** if I’m being honest, because that way the family doesn’t get dragged into it,” said Sanko.

She further explained, “When they get of age, that’s the stuff that really bothers me is the fact that things that are said now are permanent. If you’re going to get in a fight with each other, go for it. I actually like the fact that [Sean] fought Dricus, and I like how Dricus has handled the whole situation.”

Sanko’s assessment of the brawl is palpable considering the fact that she was also there to witness the entire event. In the conversation, Sanko also admitted that she misses the old banter by the UFC fighters.

Laura Sanko longing for the old-school banter

Down in the conversation, Sanko said she preferred how the old guard of fighters went at each other. She took the example of Chael Sonnen and Bisping –“I’m so sick of how the way that people talk sh*t now in the game has changed,”

She further added, “I miss your sh*t talk honestly. I miss Chael [Sonnen], who could dress someone down in the most creative way, and he wouldn’t even cuss. I like the creativity of attacking the fighter himself. Fine, you wanna call him a puss*? You want to call him blah, blah, blah. I’m not innocent in that way.”

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In the final moments, Sanko declared herself as one of Strickland’s biggest fans and emphasized her anticipation for his upcoming title͏ defense. Nevertheless, do you thi͏nk fighters ͏are going too far in their efforts ͏to promote their ͏fights? Let us know in the comments.

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