It’s been almost 10 years since Sean Strickland joined the UFC. After compiling an undefeated record in the King of the Cage promotion, many were wondering how this Californian kid would fare in the big time. In this retrospective, we will delve deep into the life and times of the man who has earned the moniker of “Tarzan” in the unforgiving world of mixed martial arts.
The Early Years
Let’s rewind the clock and take a look at Sean Strickland’s formative years. Born on February 27, 1991, in Anaheim, California, Strickland’s journey to the Octagon began with a love for martial arts that burned brightly from a young age.