It appears to be like like Sean Strickland will not be the star of the June 14th UFC White Home card.
The ever-outspoken UFC middleweight champion revealed on social media that he was banned from the occasion, claiming all of it stemmed from his criticism of President Donald Trump and his long-standing relationship with Israel and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. UFC officers have been adamant there was restricted seating out there for the occasion, however there have been no ticket gross sales and no followers have been allowed to attend. Strickland was apparently scheduled to take part, however that’s not occurring.
“UFC on the White Home with (Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu) within the stands. It is a straight hill,” Strickland posted on Instagram. “To be truthful, they banned me. However they are usually somewhat flippant after they make enjoyable of American leaders. By leaders, I imply Israel.”
Strickland has been fairly vocal in his opposition to the continued Iran battle since publicly supporting President Trump’s re-election bid in 2024.
However now, he says it hurts to be reminded of his phrases, no less than with regards to Strickland doubtlessly taking part in what is anticipated to be remembered as the most important UFC occasion of the 12 months.
“Trump is the one American male champion to be ousted from the White Home as a result of I stated he was owned by (Benjamin Netanyahu). That is not public opinion, it is a reality.”
Requested to elaborate on his banned feedback, Strickland added, “I made enjoyable of Israel and[Jeffrey]Epstein.”
Strickland later launched an extended video responding to his claims that the UFC didn’t permit him to attend its occasions, and didn’t again down from his criticism of Trump, Iran and the conflict in Israel.
Strickland stated he was “not likely stunned” about his suspension. “Apparently I am not American sufficient to go to the Freedom 250. I nonetheless have my tickets, so I suppose I will go. I will simply seize my belt and stand outdoors the gate and inform them what we actually take into consideration Trump and Israel.”
As of now, the UFC hasn’t really responded to Strickland’s allegations, so we do not know if he is really suspended or if he is merely not taking part within the occasion.
In any case, Mr. Strickland has no downside expressing his displeasure, and it seems that he has no intention of backing down on his present statements concerning Mr. Trump’s relationship with Israel.
