Sean O’Malley is no stranger to being flashy. “Suga” boasts colorful hair, ranging from pink and blue to a more teal-like hue. But how the Bantamweight champion dyes his hair isn’t the most significant part of the story.
It’s how O’Malley’s ascending through the ranks. With legends like Conor McGregor and Chuck Liddell paving the way for the new wave of UFC fighters, Sean O’Malley is stepping into the spotlight.
But what makes him unique? What makes Sean O’Malley appealing in the eyes of Dana White? The journey of “Suga” is certainly something to behold, with the sports world turning their heads to see the champ.
A Breakdown of Sean O’Malley
Sean O’Malley is a lanky bantamweight fighter, weighing in at 135 lbs. and standing at 5’11”. He fights out of a switch stance and holds a record of 18-1 with 12 knockouts, making him one of the more exciting strikers in UFC today.
The native of Helena, Montana, backs that up with a significant striking accuracy of 61%. He lands 7.63 significant strikes a minute, using his fists to do the talking. UFC is built on strikers like O’Malley, making him perfect for being the company’s face.
What Makes Sean O’Malley Special?
When you combine O’Malley’s incredible striking ability with his boisterous personality, a superstar is born. After all, the UFC is built on charismatic personas that can back up their game. Just look at the aforementioned Conor McGregor or Chuck Liddell. These fighters combined insane fighting ability with their words and actions, making them second to none in the MMA realm.
That’s what makes him unique. His “No F*** Given” attitude is what the UFC needs. With his vicious right hand and made-for-television persona, O’Malley is marketable to a large crowd. That’s something Dana White seeks, which makes “Suga” lucrative.
That’s especially true after Sean O’Malley defeated Aljamain Sterling at UFC 292. With vicious striking and a chill interview on the Joe Rogan Podcast, it made the new Bantamweight champion likable.
Sean O’Malley’s Future
The 29-year-old is on his way to becoming one of the best bantamweight fighters of all time. His striking ability makes him a feared man, laying down hard fists at any time.
Combine that with a personality made for marketing and you get the next big UFC superstar. That’s what Sean O’Malley brings to the table and it’s what the sport needs.
With the champion rising through the all-time ranks, O’Malley will be remembered as an incredible fighter at his current pace. How far he’ll go is completely up to “Suga” himself.
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Jacob Walters is a boxing/MMA writer for Dice City Sports. You can follow him on X via @IceColdWJacob
