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The issue of performance-enhancing substances [PEDs] in sports never ends! Fighters getting accused of using PEDs has become an all too familiar occurrence, with some of the biggest names in Dana White‘s promotion embroiled in these accusations. Most recently, outspoken middleweight star Sean Strickland took a shot at the promotion, suggesting that they entertain this element and let athletes cheat their way to the top without any follow-up consequences.

He addressed the PED use as a loophole, drawing an interesting parallel between the promotion and the popular game ‘Call of Duty’. Strickland’s move has certainly stirred the pot, with fight fans taking notice and adding their two cents.

Sean Strickland calls out UFC’s tolerance to PEDs

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Sean Strickland recently took to his Twitter account and made an unconventional comparison between the UFC and the popular video game ‘Call of Duty’. He outlined the consequences of ‘cheating’ in these two areas and emphasized the differences between them.

The 32-year-old middleweight star wrote, “Call of duty “If you cheat it’s a life time ban”. UFC “If you cheat take 6 months off then we will give you a title shot”. Who does it better? Lmao”.

Read more: “It Should Be a Hands Down Lifetime Ban” – Sean Strickland Says Jon Jones Shouldn’t Be Allowed to Fight Again

Although Strickland did not mention any names, the context of the tweet has convinced fans that it is directed towards two of the biggest names in the sport – Conor McGregor and Jon Jones. Jones has a history with PED accusations, while ‘The Notorious’ has come under scrutiny for bulking up during the hiatus and being missing from the USADA test pool.

Fans bring in Conor McGregor & Jon Jones in the “cheating” conversation

Some fans addressed the Jon Jones issue in their responses:

Several people discussed Jones.

Other fans talked about Conor McGregor, but without criticism:

One fan brought up Chael Sonnen in the conversation, too, who openly admitted to using PEDs:

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And this fan was not happy with Strickland’s constant complaints.

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Strickland is not one to hold back his opinions, and he has never been afraid to put out his honest take as bluntly as possible. Where do you stand on his take on his claims of ‘cheating’ in the UFC? Do you agree with him? Let us know in the comments below.

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