Jared Cannonier vs Sean Strickland — Fight recap

Jared Cannonier defeated Sean Strickland via split decision after five rounds on December 17, 2022, in a middleweight striking contest that saw Cannonier land 141 significant strikes at 45% accuracy compared to Strickland's 152 at 38%. Cannonier's efficiency was evident in his body work, connecting on 60 of 88 body strikes while also landing 57 head strikes, establishing a cleaner offensive output despite Strickland's higher volume from 400 total strikes attempted.

Strickland secured one takedown with 48 seconds of control time, but the fight remained primarily a stand-up affair where Cannonier's accuracy and shot selection proved decisive across the judges' scorecards. The victory positioned Cannonier back in middleweight contention after a competitive five-round war that showcased his refined striking over Strickland's volume-based approach.