The UFC champion Sean Strickland has recently become the focal point in the UFC realm, exceeding expectations by claiming the title from Israel Adesanya. While discussions about his championship are subsiding, Strickland remains a hot topic on the internet. He’s gained notoriety for his provocative posts that may offend some but amuse others. Renowned for his sharp wit, the UFC middleweight champion recently unveiled that he embraces a love for hating, going to the extent of adopting the nickname Sean ‘The Hate’ Strickland.
UFC Champion Sean Strickland Admits to a Passion for Hatred, Earning Him the Nickname ‘Hate’
Strickland recently engaged in a candid conversation with his close friend and content creator, Nina Marie. Known for her unique interviewing style with UFC’s notable figures, Nina brings a level of wit to the interviews that perfectly aligns with Strickland’s energy.
During a recent interview, Strickland’s tweet on the Israel-Palestine issue gained viral attention, making him a focal point. The discussion shifted to individuals discussing sensitive topics without understanding, causing division. Strickland praised Nina and expressed that hating, for him, is a passionate endeavor.
As per him, “Let me tell you one thing. Hate is my natural go to, my nickname was Sean “The Hate” Strickland. It was like a pseudo nickname I never wanted to catch on. So everytime someone calls me (The Hate) I was like you don’t call me that.”
He added, “There are some weird connotations for that. Hate to me you guys is my natural state. I love to hate someone with such a passion that you want to take a knife and just cut through their throat. It feels so good to hate somebody, it’s like a drug addiction.” (10:08 onwards)
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Strickland is widely recognized as an unfiltered and raw individual on the internet. From his tweets to interviews, he doesn’t hold back, even if it may offend some. According to him, he finds pleasure in hating certain things. He clarified that the tweet he posted stemmed from a place of hatred, triggered by the distressing visuals he witnessed of the situation in Israel.
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