Money problems? UFC champ Sean Strickland threatens to vacate title, go beat up Jake Paul – ‘I’m over it’

UFC Middleweight champion Sean Strickland has threatened to vacate his championship, move to Light Heavyweight, and fulfill the remainder of his contract to pursue a boxing match against Jake Paul. Strickland expressed significant frustration over fighter pay on social media, comparing his compensation to the reported multimillion-dollar purses earned by Conor McGregor and professional boxers.

The champion's comments follow failed pay negotiations that prevented him from defending his title against Nassourdine Imavov at UFC 335. Strickland, who regained the belt by defeating Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 328 in May, indicated he would rather finish his contract quickly than endure difficult weight cuts to 185 pounds for lower payouts.