Eric Nicksick thought Sean Strickland did enough to win at UFC 297.
Strickland (28-6 MMA, 15-6 UFC) lost his middleweight title in a narrow split decision loss to Dricus Du Plessis (21-2 MMA, 7-0 UFC) in Saturday’s main event at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto.
Strickland’s head coach Nicksick was classy in his reaction to Du Plessis’ win. His initial thought is that his fighter won, but he plans on reassessing later.
“Congratulations to @dricusduplessis and his team. I never met a more classy opposing fighter during fight week, along with the skills to back it up. I’m happy for you, your team, and your country, you made them proud.
The fight was close. Close fights mean we needed to win the optics battle. Live, I had us winning 1,2, & 5, but all that matters are the 3 cage side. I’ll watch it again, to see where we/I can be better. Much love to everyone who supported us. On to the next!! #TTD ︎
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Strickland also thought he won the fight. He pointed to an alleged accidental clash of heads he said busted him open and impaired his vision. He was able to fight through it and won Round 5 on all three judges’…
