Kamaru Usman: ‘It’s either Sean Strickland or Islam’ Makhachev next with UFC Oklahoma City upset win
Former UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman is preparing for a high-stakes middleweight bout against Dricus du Plessis at UFC Oklahoma City. Usman stated that a victory would likely lead to a title shot against either Sean Strickland or Islam Makhachev.
Why it matters
This fight represents a significant career pivot for Usman as he navigates the middleweight division to regain championship status.
Kamaru Usman says his next fight has to be for a UFC title next should he pull off a massive upset this Saturday.
The former welterweight champ faces recent middleweight champ Dricus du Plessis in the 185-pound main event of UFC Oklahoma City, which takes place at the Paycom Center and streams on Paramount+.
When asked what would be next with a win this weekend, Usman says it’s a no-brainer.
“Sean Strickland,” Usman said at media day. I mean, that makes sense. That’s pretty easy. It’s either Sean Strickland or Islam [Makhachev], if Islam is still the champion, which I assume he will be.”
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