Former UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland has ignited a firestorm of controversy after a video of him launching a profanity-laced rant at conservative commentator Charlie Kirk surfaced online.
The ex-fighter, known for his outspoken and often inflammatory opinions, bizarrely attempted to link Kirk to school shootings during the shocking encounter, which was captured and shared across social media platforms.
A Confrontation Captured on Camera
The now-viral clip shows Strickland aggressively confronting Kirk. The exchange quickly escalates as Strickland, using explicit language, demands to know why Kirk "hates America" and makes the outrageous claim that the commentator is somehow connected to school shootings.
Strickland's tirade continues with him stating, "You're the reason why we have school shootings... You're a parasite... You're everything that is wrong with America." The video ends with Strickland walking away, leaving a visibly stunned Kirk.
Social Media Backlash and Divided Reaction
The video swiftly went viral, prompting a fierce backlash from many viewers who condemned Strickland's aggressive behaviour and illogical accusations. However, as is often the case with the polarising fighter, his supporters also rallied online.
This incident is the latest in a long line of controversies for Strickland, who has previously been criticised for making offensive comments on a wide range of social and political issues.
The video raises further questions about conduct outside the octagon for high-profile UFC stars and the intense scrutiny they face in the age of social media, where any public moment can be captured and disseminated to a global audience within minutes.
