According to Strickland, Dagestani and Chechen wrestling possess unique endurance: the opponent "does not get tired at all, does not stop, and does not give up." This creates psychological pressure — a thought arises in the head that the opponent is superhumanly resilient. However, the American is confident: if you continue to persistently resist, such fighters begin to "break down."
Strickland emphasized that the unusual fighting style of Caucasian athletes can be a serious test for those who have never encountered it in sparring. "If you haven't experienced it yourself, it will definitely be unfamiliar to you," he stated in an interview with podcaster John Bernardo.
Recall that on February 21, Strickland will return to the octagon: he is expected to face compatriot Anthony Hernandez at the UFC tournament in Houston.