Throwback: The Viral Clash Between Sean Strickland and Sneako (Video)

The highly discussed sparring session between UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland and popular internet streamer Sneako remains a memorable moment of internet culture colliding with elite combat sports. The intense physical encounter took place on February 9, 2024, inside the UFC Performance Institute in Las Vegas.

The background of the matchup stems from standard online bravado. Sneako had previously challenged Strickland during a live broadcast. Known for his notoriously aggressive sparring habits, Strickland accepted the offer to teach the creator a lesson about professional fighting. During the session, Strickland cornered the inexperienced influencer against the fence, landing a barrage of heavy combinations.

Despite towels being thrown into the cage by onlookers to stop the action, Strickland continued until UFC legend Forrest Griffin stepped in to physically halt the beating.

Watch the full footage below to see how the intense sparring session unfolded from start to finish.