Strickland called Chimaev a weak person

Sean Strickland had unflattering things to say about Khamzat Chimaev, who will soon be fighting for a title against Dricus du Plessis.

“Chimaev is just a damn idiot. I was there when he went on rehab after COVID-19. I trained with him. There’s a video where I’m like, ‘Oh, you’re so good, you’re better than everyone,’— and it’s sarcasm.

You can pick high-level UFC fighters, but he goes and beats less strong opponents. He can take guys like Edmen Shahbazyan, on a 1-1 streak, who are stronger fighters, but no, dude, you pick weak ones because you’re an idiot. He knows how to fight, but morally he’s just a weak person,” said Strickland.