Eddie Alvarez dismisses Sean Strickland’s critique of BKFC fighter pay, boasting: ‘I earn more than Sean Strickland’

Former UFC middleweight champion Eddie Alvarez has some strong words for current UFC fighter Sean Strickland regarding his comments on fighter pay in the sport.

After Strickland criticized bare-knuckle boxing promotion BKFC for not paying their fighters properly, Alvarez, who recently fought for BKFC, defended the organization and took a shot at Strickland’s own earnings in the UFC.

Alvarez pointed out that despite Strickland’s success in the UFC, he likely makes more money fighting bare-knuckle than Strickland does in the octagon. Alvarez, a former UFC and Bellator champion, has a storied combat sports career and believes Strickland may not be getting the value he deserves.

BKFC has been making waves in the combat sports world, with former UFC fighter Mike Perry and even Conor McGregor becoming part owners of the promotion. Alvarez believes that BKFC is now one of the top three promotions in the industry, alongside the UFC.

Alvarez emphasized the importance of fighter pay and recognition in combat sports, noting that BKFC’s videos often garner more views than UFC fights on YouTube. He encouraged fighters like Strickland to consider their worth and explore opportunities outside of the traditional MMA promotions.

As the debate on fighter pay continues in the MMA world, Alvarez’s comments serve as a reminder for fighters to consider all their options and ensure they are receiving fair compensation for their efforts in the cage.