Strickland gave his reason for refusing to fight in Saudi Arabia

Dmitriy Kel May 31, 2024, 4:33 p.m.

Former UFC middleweight champion American Scandal's Shawn Strickland explained why he turned down an offer for a fight against Hamzat Chimaev in Saudi Arabia.

"A fight with Chimaev? No, I wouldn't go to Saudi Arabia. Hanging out with the guys in a burka, no way. All these outfits, no bikinis and stuff - it's not my place," - quotes Strickland Shak MMA.

Recall that on the night of June 2 at UFC 302 in Newark, USA, Strickland will share the octagon with Paulo Costa. As for Chimaev, he will compete against Robert Whittaker on June 22 in Riyadh.

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