WATCH: “Hey, you’re not fu**ing fat!” – Sean Strickland’s unfiltered encounter with Paddy Pimblett ahead of UFC 296

Sean Strickand and Paddy Pimblett have a chance encounter at the UFC performance Institute, resulting in a hilarious interaction

WATCH: “Hey, you’re not fu**ing fat!” – Sean Strickland’s unfiltered encounter with Paddy Pimblett ahead of UFC 296

Sean Strickand and Paddy Pimblett run into each other at the UFC performance Institute (via X)

A video of Sean Strickland unexpectedly bumping into Paddy Pimblett at the UFC Performance Institute fueled the social media excitement leading up to UFC 296. The two fighters’ quick but uncensored interaction has sparked interest and intrigue among MMA fans.

Sean Strickland and Paddy Pimblett crossed paths at the UFC PI in the 16-second film released by MMA Orbit, and Strickland’s response is captured in real-time. Both fighters appear to be having a good time, exchanging comments and sharing a brief moment. The video starts with both the fighters shaking each other’s hands.

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During the interaction, Paddy praises Strickland to be one of the funniest guys in MMA. Strickland, after shaking Pimblett’s hand, comments about his physique saying:

Hey, You are not f****** fat. What is going on here.
Sean Strickland via Paddy Pimblett’s YouTube

The video ends with both fighters hugging each other. The unexpected meeting provides a candid look at the relationships between Strickland and Pimblett outside of the octagon.

The surprise meeting between Strickland and Pimblett at the UFC PI has created quite a stir among MMA fans. This unexpected encounter has added an extra element of intrigue to an already highly anticipated UFC 296 card.

Fight fans react to Paddy Pimblett and Sean Strickland’s meeting

The world of mixed martial arts witnessed an unusual meeting between Sean Strickland and Paddy Pimblett. These sent shockwaves through the MMA community, as a video showing the odd meeting leaked ahead of UFC 296. The 16-second clip, shared on social media by MMA Orbit, gave fans a candid look at the dynamics between the two fighters.

Fight fans react to Sean Strickland and Paddy Pimblett's meeting at the UFC Performance Institute
Fight fans react to Sean Strickland and Paddy Pimblett’s meeting at the UFC Performance Institute (via MMA News)

Fans flocked to social media to share their reactions and thoughts on the unexpected meeting. Some fight fans used the encounter to make bold predictions regarding the outcome of Paddy’s fight. Some supporters, on the other hand, took advantage of the occasion to comment on Sean Strickland’s demeanor. Here are some of the reactions from fight fans:

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The reactions of supporters to the Sean Strickland-Paddy Pimblett fight demonstrate the complex character of MMA fandom. The MMA community’s reactions, ranging from bold fight predictions to insights on fighter personalities, add to the story around both Strickland and Pimblett’s respective clashes.

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