Sean Strickland Total MMA Recorded Fight Earnings: $3,466,000
Current Status: Active
Estimated Total Net Worth: $3-5 million dollars (USD)
Biggest payout was his fight against Israel Adesanya at UFC 293 (~1mil)
Former King of the Cage Champion
Won the middleweight title when he shocked Israel Adesanya at UFC 293 as a big underdog
Sean Strickland Bio
Sean Strickland is an American professional mixed martial artist competing in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). Born on February 27, 1991, in Anaheim, California, Strickland began training in martial arts at a young age. He initially started with traditional martial arts like taekwondo and karate before transitioning to Brazilian jiu-jitsu and eventually mixed martial arts.
Strickland made his professional MMA debut in 2008 and quickly amassed an impressive record on the regional circuit. With his well-rounded skill set and aggressive fighting style, he caught the attention of UFC scouts and was signed by the promotion in 2014.
In his UFC debut, Strickland showcased his talent by securing a unanimous decision victory over fellow newcomer Bubba McDaniel at UFC 171. He continued to compete in the UFC’s welterweight division, facing tough opponents and steadily climbing the ranks. Strickland captured the UFC title by defeating Israel Adesanya at UFC 293.
Throughout his UFC career, Strickland has demonstrated a versatile skill set, with solid striking and grappling abilities. He has showcased his resilience and durability inside the octagon, often engaging in exciting and competitive fights.
In addition to his accomplishments inside the cage, Strickland is known for his candid and outspoken personality. He has garnered attention for his interviews and social media presence, where he shares his thoughts on various topics related to MMA and beyond.
Outside of fighting, Strickland maintains a dedicated training regimen and is known for his work ethic and commitment to the sport. He continues to evolve as a fighter, seeking new challenges and opportunities to showcase his skills in the highly competitive world of MMA.
Sean Strickland Salary Information by Fight:
| Fighter | Opponent | Date | Event | Result | Base Salary | Win Bonus | PPV Buys | PPV Payout (est) | Performance Bonus | Sponsorship | Total | Comments | Source 1 | Source 2 | Source 3 | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sean Strickland | Bubba McDaniel | 3/15/2014 | UFC 171 | W | $10,000 | $10,000 | $10,000 | $30,000 | 11 | |||||||
| Sean Strickland | Luke Barnatt | 5/31/2014 | UFC Fight Night: Muñoz vs. Mousasi | W | $12,000 | $12,000 | $10,000 | $34,000 | 11 | |||||||
| Sean Strickland | Santiago Ponzinibbio | 2/22/2015 | UFC Fight Night: Bigfoot vs. Mir | L | $16,000 | $0 | $4,000 | $20,000 | 2 | 11 | ||||||
| Sean Strickland | Igor Araújo | 7/15/2015 | UFC Fight Night: Mir vs. Duffee | W | $20,000 | $20,000 | $4,000 | $44,000 | 3 | 11 | ||||||
| Sean Strickland | Alex Garcia | 2/21/2016 | UFC Fight Night: Cowboy vs. Cowboy | W | $20,000 | $20,000 | $4,500 | $44,500 | 4 | 11 | ||||||
| Sean Strickland | Tom Breese | 6/4/2016 | UFC 199 | W | $24,000 | $24,000 | $4,500 | $52,500 | 5 | 11 | ||||||
| Sean Strickland | Kamaru Usman | 4/8/2017 | UFC 210 | L | $24,000 | $0 | $6,000 | $30,000 | 6 | 11 | ||||||
| Sean Strickland | Court McGee | 11/11/2017 | UFC Fight Night: Poirier vs. Pettis | W | $32,000 | $32,000 | $6,000 | $70,000 | 7 | 11 | ||||||
| Sean Strickland | Elizeu Zaleski dos Santos | 5/12/2018 | UFC 224 | L | $40,000 | $0 | $6,000 | $46,000 | 8 | 11 | ||||||
| Sean Strickland | Nordine Taleb | 10/27/2018 | UFC Fight Night: Volkan vs. Smith | W | $40,000 | $40,000 | $6,000 | $86,000 | 9 | 11 | ||||||
| Sean Strickland | Jack Marshman | 10/31/2020 | UFC Fight Night: Hall vs. Silva | W | $48,000 | $48,000 | $6,000 | $102,000 | 10 | 11 | ||||||
| Sean Strickland | Brendan Allen | 11/14/2020 | UFC Fight Night: Felder vs. dos Anjos | W | $48,000 | $48,000 | $50,000 | $11,000 | $157,000 | 11 | 11 | |||||
| Sean Strickland | Krzysztof Jotko | 5/1/2021 | UFC Vegas 25 | W | $60,000 | $60,000 | $11,000 | $131,000 | 13 | 11 | ||||||
| Sean Strickland | Bubba McDaniel | 5/1/2021 | UFC Vegas 25 | W | $60,000 | $60,000 | $11,000 | $131,000 | 12 | 11 | ||||||
| Sean Strickland | Uriah Hall | 7/31/2021 | UFC Vegas 33 | W | $70,000 | $70,000 | $11,000 | $151,000 | 14 | 11 | ||||||
| Sean Strickland | Jack Hermansson | 2/5/2022 | UFC Vegas 47 | W | $90,000 | $90,000 | $11,000 | $191,000 | 15 | 11 | ||||||
| Sean Strickland | Alex Pereira | 7/2/2022 | UFC 276 | L | $100,000 | $0 | $16,000 | $116,000 | 16 | 11 | ||||||
| Sean Strickland | Jared Cannonier | 12/17/2022 | UFC Fight Night: Cannonier vs. Strickland | L | $150,000 | $0 | $16,000 | $166,000 | 17 | 11 | ||||||
| Sean Strickland | Nassourdine Imavov | 1/14/2023 | UFC Fight Night: Strickland vs. Imavov | W | $150,000 | $150,000 | $16,000 | $316,000 | 18 | 11 | ||||||
| Sean Strickland | Abusupiyan Magomedov | 7/1/2023 | UFC on ESPN: Strickland vs. Magomedov | W | $200,000 | $200,000 | $50,000 | $16,000 | $466,000 | 19 | 11 | |||||
| Sean Strickland | Israel Adesanya | 9/10/2023 | UFC 293 | W | $500,000 | $500,000 | $50,000 | $32,000 | $1,082,000 | Contender | 11 | |||||
| Sean Strickland | Dricus Du Plessis | 1/20/2024 | UFC 297 | L | $1,200,000 | $0 | 350,000 | $150,000 | $42,000 | $1,392,000 | Champion | 11 | ||||
| Sean Strickland | Paulo Costa | 6/1/2024 | UFC 302 | W | $600,000 | $600,000 | $21,000 | $1,221,000 | 22 | 11 |