The official Donruss Optic Rated Rookie of former UFC Middleweight Champion Sean "Tarzan" Strickland, card #111 from the 2022 Panini Donruss Optic UFC set. The iconic Rated Rookie logo sits boldly in the upper left corner, confirming this as Strickland's certified Optic RC. The chrome Optic finish gives the card a clean, premium look — Strickland stands in a full studio pose, fists raised, eyes forward, the deep red geometric background adding drama behind him. This card was produced right as Strickland was ripping off five straight wins after returning from a two-year hiatus — just before his legendary run to the UFC Middleweight Championship.
Player: Sean Strickland
Division: Middleweight
Card Number: #111
Rookie Card: ✅ Yes — Rated Rookie RC
Set: 2022 Panini Donruss Optic UFC
Hometown: Anaheim, California
Who is Sean Strickland?
Sean "Tarzan" Strickland is one of the most polarising and entertaining figures in UFC history. A North Carolina-born middleweight who grew up in difficult circumstances and found his calling in martial arts, Strickland developed into one of the most technically sound strikers in the 185-pound division. After returning from a two-year hiatus in 2020, he went on a five-fight winning streak that earned him a title shot — and at UFC 293, he delivered one of the biggest upsets in recent memory, defeating Israel Adesanya by unanimous decision to capture the UFC Middleweight Championship. The back of this card references his Performance of the Night TKO bonus over Brendan Allen at UFC Fight Night: Felder vs. Dos Anjos — a performance that announced his return to the top of the division. A must-have for any middleweight collector.
Card is in excellent condition. Ships securely in a protective sleeve and top loader.
