Anthony Hernandez trains with Sean Strickland ahead of UFC Sacramento
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 3:24 PM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
Anthony Hernandez is training with Sean Strickland as he prepares for his upcoming fight against Gregory Rodrigues at UFC Sacramento on August 22. Their relationship has improved following their bout in February, where Strickland won via third-round stoppage, leading to a title shot against Khamzat Chimaev. Hernandez is working at the UFC Performance Institute in Las Vegas, where they have arranged to train together regularly. Hernandez expressed appreciation for Strickland's support during his training camp.
- •Hernandez prepares for fight with Rodrigues at UFC Sacramento on August 22.
- •Hernandez and Strickland developed a friendship post-fight.
- •Strickland's win over Hernandez led to a title shot against Chimaev.
- •Hernandez is training at the UFC Performance Institute in Las Vegas.
- •Hernandez appreciates Strickland's assistance during training.
- 3:24 PMYahoo Sports — Anthony Hernandez praises former foe Sean Strickland: 'He’s a cool dude'
"While Sean Strickland and Anthony Hernandez had no beef to begin with, they have developed a good relationship after sharing the Octagon.
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