Sean Strickland had a lighthearted moment with his father-in-law following his victory at UFC 328. After defeating Khamzat Chimaev to become the new middleweight champion, Strickland joked with his father-in-law about not being the ideal son-in-law he might have hoped for. The fighter made the comment in person, saying "I may not be the son-in-law you wanted, but here we are." The interaction shows Strickland's characteristic humor even in the aftermath of his championship win. The post-fight family moment provides a glimpse into the personal side of the new champion.
Sean Strickland capped off his middleweight title victory at UFC 328 with a moment of self-deprecating humor, greeting his father-in-law after the win with a candid one-liner that summed up his personality perfectly.
The new middleweight champion told his father-in-law plainly: "I may not be the son-in-law you wanted, but here we are." The quip came in the emotional aftermath of Strickland's victory over Khamzat Chimaev, and offered a rare glimpse into the personal world of one of the sport's most unfiltered personalities.
Strickland, 35, now carries a 31-7-0 record and holds the UFC middleweight title for the second time in his career. The American fighter out of Xtreme Couture stands six-foot-one with a 76-inch reach and fights out of an orthodox stance. Known for relentless volume striking, he lands an impressive 6.04 significant strikes per minute at 42 percent accuracy — numbers that make him one of the busiest offensive fighters in the 185-pound division.
Why it matters
- Strickland's second reign as middleweight champion reshapes the divisional landscape at 185 pounds
- A win over Khamzat Chimaev, one of the division's most feared contenders, cements his standing at the top
- The post-fight family moment reinforces Strickland's reputation for authenticity and humor outside the octagon
