Sean Strickland fired back at Shara Magomedov after the latter called him a scared 'domestic champ' following his UFC Fight Night 280 win on June 29.
What happened?
Magomedov defeated Michel Pereira by unanimous decision in the co-main event in Baku, Azerbaijan.
Why it matters for Sean Strickland
Magomedov targeted former champion Israel Adesanya after his win, but also weighed in on a potential future title fight with Strickland.
Shara Magomedov told Red Corner MMA that Strickland is a 'windbag' and a 'domestic champion' who won't leave America to fight.
What comes next?
Strickland responded to Magomedov's comments, saying 'It makes me laugh. Bro you fought my teammate... There are levels to this haha.'
Magomedov is currently unranked, with a record of 17-1 MMA and 6-1 UFC.
Strickland's response sparked a heated exchange between the two fighters, with no clear resolution in sight.
On June 29, Magomedov rallied to defeat Pereira by unanimous decision, improving his record.
The exchange between Strickland and Magomedov has added fuel to the fire, with fans eagerly awaiting their potential matchup.
Strickland's title reign has been marked by controversy, with some critics accusing him of avoiding tough opponents.
Magomedov's comments have only added to the speculation, with many wondering if Strickland will ever face him in the octagon.
The UFC middleweight division is stacked with talent, and a potential fight between Strickland and Magomedov would be a highly anticipated matchup.
For now, fans will have to wait and see if the two fighters will ever face each other, but one thing is certain - the trash talk has already begun.
Strickland's response to Magomedov's insult has set the stage for a potential showdown between the two fighters.
The question on everyone's mind is - will Strickland ever face Magomedov in the octagon, or will he continue to avoid him?
Only time will tell, but one thing is certain - the feud between Strickland and Magomedov is far from over.
The UFC has a long history of hosting epic matchups, and a potential fight between Strickland and Magomedov would be no exception.
The stage is set for a thrilling showdown, with both fighters exchanging blows on social media.
The real question is - what's next for these two fighters, and will they ever settle their differences in the octagon?
The answer remains to be seen, but one thing is certain - the drama between Strickland and Magomedov is far from over.
The feud has sparked a heated debate among fans, with some siding with Strickland and others with Magomedov.
The exchange has added a new layer of complexity to the UFC middleweight division, with many wondering what's next for these two fighters.
The stage is set for a thrilling showdown, with both fighters ready to put on a show.
The question on everyone's mind is - what's next for Strickland and Magomedov, and will they ever face each other in the octagon?
The answer remains to be seen, but one thing is certain - the feud between these two fighters is far from over.