“Guns in Every Room” – Fans React to Paddy Pimblett Being Stunned Over Sean Strickland Carrying Weapons in Gym

UFC middleweight star Sean Strickland shows his handgun to lightweight sensation Paddy Pimblett during their latest training session.

“Guns in Every Room” – Fans React to Paddy Pimblett Being Stunned Over Sean Strickland Carrying Weapons in Gym

Paddy Pimblett surprised after Sean Strickland brings gun to a gym (Image via X/talkSport)

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Being from the UK, UFC lightweight Paddy Pimblett often travels to the United States for training camps and fight preparations. Recently, he teamed up with former UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland, known for his unfiltered personality and intense sparring style. During their sessions, Pimblett noticed major cultural contrasts between the British and the raw, confrontational American culture.

Pimblett recently uploaded a video on his YouTube channel showing his intense training session with Strickland in the US. The video went viral after a conversation about guns between the two fighters caught fan attention due to their differing views. Strickland, known for owning several firearms, casually showed Pimblett his collection and carried a handgun inside the gym.

Pimblett looked visibly surprised, being from the UK, where strict laws make firearm possession illegal and socially frowned upon. Strickland, a proud American, strongly supports the Second Amendment, and believes in the right to bear arms for personal protection. He frequently visits shooting ranges to sharpen his skills and often shares those experiences online through his social media platforms.

A few years ago, Strickland went viral after CCTV footage showed him pointing a handgun at a stranger outside his home. He later lost his UFC title to Dricus Du Plessis at UFC 297 and also lost the rematch. Currently, Strickland has no confirmed opponent, though several big names are being discussed for his potential return fight.

After back-to-back losses to Du Plessis, Strickland now finds himself at a crossroads in the UFC middleweight division. Many fans believe a matchup against former champion Robert Whittaker would be a high-stakes and exciting return fight. Others have suggested a grudge match with Belal Muhammad or Israel Adesanya, which could bring fireworks given their heated past exchanges.

Fans react to Paddy Pimblett’s viral interaction with Sean Strickland

Paddy Pimblett recently made headlines at UFC 317 when he went up to the octagon to face off with Ilia Topuria. It happened right after the Georgian-Spanish superstar knocked out Charles Oliveira to become the newly crowned champion. The rivalry between Topuria and Pimblett has been around for some time, and fans are now excited for their potential clash.

Paddy Pimblett vs. Ilia Topuria face to face at UFC 317
Paddy Pimblett vs. Ilia Topuria face to face at UFC 317 (via X)

However, UFC CEO Dana White wasn’t too impressed with Pimblett’s recent in-octagon antics, leading to questions about his future. Meanwhile, top contenders like Arman Tsarukyan and Justin Gaethje have expressed interest in facing the rising British lightweight next.

Awaiting the chance to finally fight Topuria, Pimblett has focused on improving his skill set. Picking the brains of defensive boxer like Strickland can go a long way against Topuria. Nevertheless, Pimblett’s viral video with Sean Strickland drew major attention online. Here are some notable fan reactions to the clip.

As expected, many fans found Pimblett’s reaction hilarious, joking about his unfamiliarity with typical American gun culture and norms. Some fans shared memes highlighting Strickland’s unapologetically American lifestyle and his strong belief in the right to bear arms. Others expressed concern, pointing out Strickland’s confrontational nature and questioning the safety of being around him while he’s armed.

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