UFC flyweight champion Alexandre Pantoja has hit back at the words of former middleweight champion Sean Strickland, who had previously criticized his division.
MMA Mania quotes Pantoja as saying:
I'm very mad when Strickland said that for women and flyweight guys. Shut your mouth. Respect my job. I put food on my table with that. Every flyweight worked so hard for that and that's why everyone respects each other in the flyweights. That's a very hard division. It's not just about one punch here.
Pantoja, 33, last stepped into the octagon in December 2023 at UFC 296, defeating Brandon Royval by unanimous decision. He has 27 wins and five losses on his record.
Strickland, 33, last fought in January 2024 at UFC 297, losing to Dricus du Plessis by split decision. He has 28 wins and six losses on his record.