Video: Sean Strickland throws backfist in training after accusing grappling champion of ‘dirty’ move

Just DeWitte, YouTube Sean Strickland (right) strikes at training partner Orlando Sanchez (left)Sean Strickland’s training session with a world-class grappler nearly turned into a full-on MMA fight.

As part of the preparation for his headlining bout with Uriah Hall at a UFC Fight Night on July 31, Strickland worked with Abu Dhabi Combat Club champion Orlando Sanchez, and a recent video showed that their training went off the rails.

After tying up in what was meant to be a grappling-only exchange, Strickland abruptly broke the grip and fired a backfist at Sanchez.

Watch video of the incident below, uploaded by YouTube user Just DeWitte (h/t Bloody Elbow):

Strickland also threw a front kick at…