Sean Strickland Considers UFC Exit over Conor McGregor Pay Gap
- On Wednesday, UFC Middleweight Champion Sean Strickland threatened to leave the promotion, suggesting he could vacate his title, move to 205 lbs, and pursue a boxing match with Jake Paul over pay disputes.
- Strickland vented on social media about an allegedly lowball offer to fight Nassourdine Imavov, arguing his compensation fails to match earnings of stars like Conor McGregor, who reportedly made $30 million for a 30-second fight.
- Reports indicate the UFC offered Strickland $400k to show and $400k to win, figures he deemed insufficient; he claims he would 'speed run' his contract to secure higher pay elsewhere after regaining his belt at UFC 328 on May 9, 2026.
- Paul responded on social media, instructing Strickland to contact his Most Valuable Promotions once free; however, Strickland faces contractual restrictions preventing him from competing under other major promotions while bound to the UFC.
- UFC President Dana White defended the organization's pay structure, referencing a £5.7bn broadcast deal with Paramount and promising fighter compensation will improve over seven years, as Strickland has not yet officially requested his release.
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Sean Strickland considers UFC exit over Conor McGregor pay gap
By Field Level Media Oct 08 (Field Level Media) - UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland is considering leaving the promotion over a pay dispute, citing the significantly higher earnings of stars like Conor McGregor. Strickland aired his grievance...
While discussions about revenge against Sean Strickland still seem to be blocked, the Frenchman decided to take action. On Wednesday, the two men found themselves in Las Vegas and the tone quickly rose.
UFC Middleweight Champion Sean Strickland Threatens Exit, Prompting Fight Offer From Jake Paul | 🏆 LatestLY
UFC Middleweight Champion Sean Strickland is openly contemplating vacating his title and exiting the promotion due to an escalating pay dispute. The outspoken champion, who reclaimed his title in May 2026, expressed frustration with UFC compensation compared to figures like Conor McGregor and other boxers. 🏆 UFC Middleweight Champion Sean Strickland Threatens Exit, Prompting Fight Offer From Jake Paul.
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