At UFC 293, Sean Strickland delivered a shocker as he dethroned Israel Adesanya and seized the UFC middleweight title. Despite being widely considered a massive underdog, Strickland achieved one of the greatest upsets in MMA history with a unanimous decision victory over Adesanya in Sydney.

Strickland, known for his controversial and unfiltered opinions, recently delighted the entire MMA community by sharing a video featuring himself and his newly acquired UFC title. This incident marked a unique departure from how champions usually treat their titles, drawing laughter and amusement from fans and fellow fighters alike.

Sean Strickland has a DIY solution for everything

In the video shared on his Instagram, ‘Tarzan’ can be seen holding his championship belt in his home. Strickland pointed out that the belt had already broken less than three days after he won it. However, in the video, he skillfully fixed it himself.

The champion retrieved a roll of trusty old duct tape and used it to secure the broken piece of the belt. He proudly claimed that it now looked as good as new. The post featured the caption, “Is it just me, or did this belt just become way better?”

Fans found amusement in Strickland’s unapologetic and straightforward approach to the title. Many of them were also quick to notice Sean’s unique choice of interior decoration displayed on the walls of his home. Below are some of their reactions to the post.

Fan reactions to Strickland’s belt shenanigans

Fans speculated humorously about the belt’s quality, using Strickland’s own oft-repeated phrase.

“Here’s the thing about the belt you guys…”

Some humorously suggested conspiracy theories involving Dana White and the middleweight division.

“Dana is conspiring with the entire MW division to eliminate Sean”

Others made lighthearted remarks about the belt’s origin.

“Here’s the thing: the belt was made in China 🤦🏻♀️😂”

Fans applauded Strickland’s laid-back attitude towards the belt and his signature style.

“Bro really doesn’t give af about the belt 😭”

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A few fans playfully commented on his home décor, which they found fitting.

“His wall decor is exactly what you’d expect”

“Sean with heavy artillery as expected”

“Bro causally carrying enough for the end of the world in the background”

Some fans admired his resourcefulness with the duct tape and shouted out the legendary ECW title.

He gonna have the belt looking like the old ECW hardcore belt by the next fight💀

Overall, fans appreciated Strickland’s unconventional approach to the situation. Fans were thoroughly entertained by Strickland’s no-frills attitude toward his title, and many couldn’t help but notice his unique taste in interior decor!

What’s next for the champion?

Looking ahead, Sean Strickland’s next opponent remains uncertain. While Dana White mentioned the possibility of an immediate rematch with Israel Adesanya during the post-fight press conference, this proposal faced criticism from fans and fighters who believed Strickland’s unanimous decision victory negated the need for an immediate rematch.

Alex Pereira echoed this sentiment in a YouTube video, suggesting that Strickland should continue to challenge other athletes rather than pursue a rematch. He stated in the video, “Personally, I don’t agree… Sean exceeded all expectations… I think he needs to keep going, bring in other athletes to challenge him.”

In conclusion, Sean Strickland’s unique attitude and persona continue to captivate fans, even after his victory over Israel Adesanya. As the MMA community speculates about his next move, the prospect of an Adesanya rematch seems to be met with mixed enthusiasm. Share your thoughts in the comments below on what you believe lies ahead for Sean Strickland and who his next opponent should be.

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