Paulo Costa slams ‘fake macho’ Sean Strickland for claiming UFC denied to book a fight

It looks like issues might be lining up for a middleweight conflict between contenders Paulo Costa and Sean Strickland, however the two fighters first combined it up on social media this previous Thursday.

Strickland, who has been on an absolute tear at 185 kilos since transferring up from welterweight in 2020, is attempting to attain the largest fights he can. The middleweight contender was not too long ago requested a couple of potential conflict with Darren Until, however Strickland is unwilling to battle “Gorilla” right now. As a substitute, Strickland turned his consideration to Costa and expressed curiosity in reserving a matchup with the previous UFC middleweight title challenger.

Costa, who’s coming off a call loss to Marvin Vettori again at UFC Vegas 41, didn’t take too kindly to the best way Strickland known as him out. “Borrachinha” took to social media on Thursday to simply accept the problem and name Strickland a “rat.”

“Let’s do it rat,” wrote Costa.

Strickland was fast to answer, claiming that he has already requested UFC a couple of matchup with Costa solely to have the promotion sturn it down.

“I requested for Costa and the UFC didn’t appear so assured in his future.. Additionally i dont suppose they appreciated me punching all the way down to get a title shot lol.. however worst case for you Costa there may be all the time bellator.. Perhaps 205? Idk…,” wrote Strickland.

Costa then fired again with a vulgar outburst suggesting Strickland isn’t man sufficient to really guide a battle.

“I knew you had been a f—king p—-y, however this present of insecurity stunned even me. Simply one other pretend macho,” wrote Costa.

Strickland had the final phrase. The middleweight contender as soon as once more claimed that he requested UFC for a matchup with Costa solely to have the promotion flip him down a number of instances. Strickland additionally informed Costa that if they’ll’t guide a battle within the Octagon he’s all the time open to assembly within the streets of Las Vegas.

“@BorrachinhaMMA heres the factor man. The UFC stated no. I requested a number of instances….. However after your compelled to maneuver to mild heavyweight I’ll catch you in Vegas and in case you wanna run your mouth I’ll give it to you totally free…,” wrote Strickland.

Whereas Strickland claims that UFC didn’t need to guide a matchup for him with Costa it’s actually one thing that is smart right now. Strickland has gained five-straight within the middleweight division and desires one other prime 5 title to push him nearer in direction of a title shot. Costa has misplaced his final two journeys to the Octagon, however he’s nonetheless ranked No. 4 within the division and offers a large enough check for Strickland in his pursuit of UFC gold.

What do you suppose, battle followers? Is that this a matchup you want to see?

Let’s hear it!