Sean Strickland, a former UFC middleweight champion, discussed his financial status and future plans on a stream with Adin Ross, revealing his net worth and expressing uncertainty about his post-retirement involvement in MMA, while also highlighting his dissatisfaction with UFC contract negotiations.
Sean Strickland’s journey in the fight business has been quite rewarding. Recently, he appeared on a stream with influencer Adin Ross, chatting about various topics, both fight-related and not.
During the conversation, Strickland shared some insights into his finances. “My net worth is probably about $4 million, liquid,” he revealed. By liquid, he meant investments, with $500,000 in real estate and the rest in various accounts.
Looking ahead, Strickland expects his net worth to reach $8-10 million by the time he retires. “I could live off that,” he said, explaining a five percent withdrawal strategy could yield about $400,000 annually.
Although there’s no official record of his earnings over an 11-year UFC career, he’s fought 23 times, including three title bouts. It’s safe to say he’s well-compensated, though he’s criticized UFC fighter pay before.
Despite a comfortable financial future, Strickland’s unsure about staying in the MMA scene post-retirement. “I like to work,” he admitted, yet wonders what will truly make him happy once the fight money stops.
Currently, Strickland’s focus is on bouncing back after a tough loss to Dricus du Plessis at UFC 312. At 34, he hasn’t booked his next fight yet, having turned down a match with Caio Borralho due to their friendship.
“It was Caio,” Strickland explained. Knowing Borralho personally, he finds it difficult to fight someone he respects and likes. It’s a tough decision, but one that shows his human side.