4 Reasons Why People Love Sean Strickland So Much
- The Real Deal: Authenticity
Sean Strickland says some wild things. You can hop on YouTube and find enough reasons not to like him. But that’s not the big picture. At UFC 293 in Sydney, it was clear: people love Sean. Why? Well, let me tell you, when you look closely, there are many reasons.
The number one reason: He’s real. He is authentic. In a world full of show-offs, Sean doesn’t put on a mask. He’s himself, always. This makes people feel he’s honest when he talks. Unlike fighters like Izzy, who always seems to have the perfect line or act, Sean’s just Sean. - Vulnerability: It’s Unexpected
It might sound odd, but Sean is probably the most open and vulnerable MMA fighter. He talks about his past mistakes, rough childhood, and his thoughts that might scare most people. He admits to his flaws, like once being racist or thinking about hurting people. He even thinks of himself as a sociopath! But this isn’t a cry for attention. He’s just being himself. He is just expressing his thoughts. And guess what? People can connect with that. They see someone who’s not scared to show the messy parts. He’s not trying to be open; he just is. That’s why fans can’t get enough. - Sean: A Guy Like Us
Another big reason to cheer for Sean? He’s like us. He recently uploaded a YouTube video showing his apartment. It shows a middle-class apartment and a regular car. His toilet doesn’t even work properly! He doesn’t portray himself as a big name. He says of himself: “Here’s the thing guys, I’m just a guy who loves to fight.” (Did you read this sentence in his voice? hehe, me too..) He’s not acting like a superstar. He’s a mirror of the everyday person. He voices what we all think but are too worried to say. It’s kind of like a comedian who makes fun of things we all notice but stay quiet about. He is the shadow of the society. He is so true and personal that we can relate to him when he speaks. - Pure Love for the Sport
Some fighters chase the spotlight. Sean? He loves the fight. Pure and simple. He doesn’t care about the fame so much. Even after he won the belt, he’s focused on the next challenge. “This means nothing to me,” he says. What is he going to do after achieving the biggest thing in MMA? Going back to train and spar. It’s something we all can look up to.
In Short…
Sean Strickland connects regular people to the wild world of MMA. While there are reasons not to like him, if you truly listen, you’ll get why he’s a fan favorite. He keeps things real. Whether it’s his raw truth, showing he’s just like us, or his deep love for MMA, there’s no doubting his place in fans’ hearts. He’s a bridge between everyday life and the big stage. And that’s special.
Heythem Naji is a psychologist and an MMA enthusiast who writes about health and BJJ on his blog. Heythem’s Blog integrates the complexities of mind and body, giving comprehensive, actionable insights by combining professional expertise with a personal narrative. Learn More
