Sean Strickland vows to help Indian MMA fighter Anshul Jubli

UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland recently trained with Indian prospect Anshul Jubli at the UFC Performance Institute and offered his support to help develop the fighter's skills. Strickland praised Jubli's work ethic during their session and promised to continue mentoring him when he returns to Las Vegas in the coming weeks.

Jubli (7–2) won the inaugural Road to UFC tournament, securing his UFC contract as a highly regarded undefeated prospect. However, his tenure in the promotion has been rocky. In his 2023 UFC debut against Mike Breeden, Jubli was leading through two rounds before suffering a stunning third-round knockout loss. The setback was followed by an even more devastating outcome in February 2025, when he was knocked out in just 19 seconds by rising Australian prospect Quillan Salkild.

Strickland's backing could prove significant for Jubli as he attempts to salvage his UFC career following two consecutive losses. The champion's willingness to invest time in the Indian fighter's development reflects an opportunity for Jubli to rebuild his technique and confidence at the elite level. Having a high-profile training partner and mentor may accelerate Jubli's progression as he seeks to turn his career around in the competitive welterweight division.