Recently, UFC lightweight Paddy Pimblett appeared to be visibly surprised when middleweight contender Sean Strickland casually revealed he had brought a firearm to their training session at the gym.
The unexpected exchange was captured on video and later shared on social media. It shows Pimblett’s surprising reaction when he realizes what Strickland is referring to during their conversation.
The brief interaction begins with Paddy commenting that the location “looks like a gun store.” Strickland responds matter-of-factly, “Yeah, and then I got, I carry a gun.”
As Strickland begins to show something, saying “I picked this, see this,” Pimblett’s expression changes dramatically.
The video quickly gained traction online and highlights the contrasting personalities between the two competitors. Strickland, known for his outspoken nature and controversial statements, has developed a reputation for his unfiltered approach both inside and outside the octagon.
Pimblett, the Liverpool-born fighter, has rapidly gained popularity since joining the UFC. He appeared taken aback by Strickland’s casual mention of bringing a weapon to their training facility.
According to reports from those who have trained with both fighters, Pimblett has previously mentioned that Strickland isn’t as intense during sparring sessions as his public persona might suggest. Pimblett noted that Strickland “good to work with” despite his edgy reputation.
Neither contender has provided additional comment on the incident since the video began circulating.
Recently, Pimblett reignited his rivalry with lightweight champion Ilia Topuria with a tense face-off at UFC 317. A showdown between the two would generate major buzz. While the UFC hasn’t made anything official yet, the storyline continues to gain momentum, with both contenders expressing interest in finally settling the score inside the Octagon.
