Strickland praises Van's performance after UFC 328

Sean Strickland expressed respect for Joshua Van following UFC 328. In a post-fight message, Strickland told Van he watched his fight and told his coach that's exactly how he wanted to fight. Strickland called Van a tougher beast than himself. Both fighters delivered strong performances at the event, showcasing high-level competition. The mutual respect between the two middleweights was evident in the exchange.