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Daniel Cormier Weighs In On Nassourdine Imavov and Sean Strickland Altercation

By MMAReign News Desk·Oct 9, 2026 • 6:03 PM

Daniel Cormier praised Nassourdine Imavov for engaging with Sean Strickland during their recent verbal altercation at the UFC Performance Institute.

Former UFC two-division champion and current analyst Daniel Cormier has shared his perspective on the recent incident involving middleweight contender Sean Strickland and Nassourdine Imavov. The pair were involved in a verbal confrontation at the UFC Performance Institute, an event that has garnered significant attention given Strickland’s recent public frustrations regarding his career trajectory and UFC compensation.

Cormier commended Imavov for his willingness to confront Strickland directly, suggesting that the pressure surrounding middleweight matchups remains high as fighters vie for position within the division. While Strickland has recently signaled dissatisfaction with his current standing and even expressed an interest in transitioning to boxing, the altercation at the Performance Institute highlights the ongoing intensity between top-ranked competitors.

The interaction takes place against the backdrop of Strickland’s vocal critiques regarding the UFC’s pay structure and his stated indifference toward his current role in mixed martial arts. Cormier’s commentary underscores the professional volatility surrounding Strickland, who has become a central figure in recent headlines due to his candid remarks about his future in the sport. As of now, no official booking has emerged between the two, but the public nature of their disagreement has kept both athletes in the spotlight.


Source: MMA Mania.

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