NEWARK, N.J. – Sean Strickland entered Prudential Center on Saturday to a walkout song of “When Johnny Comes Marching Home,” then Paulo Costa down for five rounds.
Fans in attendance at UFC 302 cheered loudly for Strickland (29-6 MMA, 16-6 UFC), booed the performance that led to a unanimous decision (46-49, 50-45, 49-46) win, and then got back on the bandwagon during his post-fight interview.
Strickland’s style doesn’t always quench the thirst of those interested in brawls and highlights, but it’s largely proven frustrating and overwhelming for those he faces.
Costa (14-4 MMA, 6-4 UFC) found himself in the position of many of Strickland’s opponents, on the retreat. Strickland marched forward with his Philly shell guard as he jabbed, leg kicked, and punched at Costa.
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