Sean Strickland draws backlash after viral UFC clip shows him insisting young fan copy controversial gesture (Image via Getty)
Sean Strickland is once again facing heavy backlash, and this time it’s because of a moment caught on camera with a young fan. The incident happened on April 2 during a UFC event, where Strickland was meeting fans and taking photos.
In the viral clip, a young girl asked him for a picture. At first, everything looked normal. But as the photo was being taken, Strickland raised his middle finger and then asked the girl to copy him. She looked confused and chose not to follow. Even when he tried again, raising both hands this time, she still refused and instead made a peace sign.The moment quickly spread online, and many people were not happy with what they saw.
Fans felt the situation was uncomfortable and not right, especially because it involved a young fan.
Sean Strickland criticized after viral fan interaction at UFC event involving young girl
As the video gained attention, people on social media strongly reacted to Strickland’s actions. Many praised the girl for standing her ground. One user wrote, “Proud of this young person, way to stand on your principles.”Another said, “Not to mention that this misogynistic cry baby would get tossed like salad if he ever stepped foot on a football field in the NFL.
Worry about not getting knocked out in your next fight.”A third added, “Trying to teach a little girl to give the middle finger? That’s outrageous. Luckily she didn’t listen, the peace sign is perfect.”
Some users also pointed out how calm and confident the girl looked when she chose not to follow his gesture. “She stood for what she believes in. She has been raised well,” one comment read.The video kept spreading, and the focus quickly shifted from Strickland’s usual bold personality to questions about his behavior around fans, especially younger ones.
Sean Strickland past comments resurface as Robert Griffin III responds to earlier NFL rant
This is not the first time Strickland has been in trouble for his words. Back in February, during a press event, he made offensive comments while talking about the NFL and singer Bad Bunny, who performed at a Super Bowl halftime show.Strickland said, “Look at the NFL, dude. I don’t even want to say the name… somebody give me his name.” He later continued with remarks that many people called disrespectful and offensive.Former NFL quarterback Robert Griffin III responded strongly. He shared a clip and wrote, “Sean Strickland got hit so hard by a foreigner that he forgot Puerto Ricans are US citizens. Not to mention that this misogynistic cry baby would get tossed if he ever stepped foot on a football field.”Because of these past comments, many fans now feel that this latest incident is part of a pattern. The criticism is not just about one moment, but about repeated behavior that people believe crosses the line.
