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Anthony Hernandez released a statement after knockout loss to Sean Strickland in UFC Houston main event on February 21, ending his eight-fight win streak since 2020. He thanked Houston fans, congratulated Strickland, and pledged to return stronger, showing mutual respect despite buildup trash talk. Loss derails title path after wins over Dolid, Brendan, Pereira; prior injury forced him out of Vancouver main vs Reinier de Ridder. Hernandez now faces extended road back in stacked middleweight division. Focus shifts to recovery and next matchup selection.
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