UFC 312: Dricus du Plessis Set for Highly Anticipated Showdown Against Sean Strickland

After winning his championship belt, Dricus du Plessis is determined to solidify his position as UFC middleweight champion.

8th of February 2025

UFC 312 will host a breathtaking middleweight title conflict between reigning champion Dricus du Plessis who will defend his belt against former titleholder Sean Strickland in a bout considered to be contender for fight-of-the-year. The rematch Strickland vs du Plessis 2 has emerged from months-long confrontations between the fighters which raised the stakes of their upcoming title fight.

Dricus du Plessis: To fight for his Legacy

After winning his championship belt Dricus du Plessis maintains a strong desire to establish his standing as a UFC middleweight champion. Dricus du Plessis displays dangerous speed coupled with potent striking capabilities that qualifies him as a top threat in middleweight division. To achieve victory against Sean Strickland during their upcoming bout du Plessis needs to maintain his training speed and endurance since Strickland is both a strong striker and a talented defensive boxer.

Sean Strickland: To revenge his loss

Before his championship losing match, Sean Strickland voiced his plans to conquer his defeat. The combination of diverse combat skills and attacking mentality makes Strickland continue to be a strong fighter in the ring. Strickland aims to reverse his loss by beating du Plessis in their second fight which du Plessis won the first time.

Strickland vs du Plessis 2: A much-awaited Clash

At UFC 312 people await the spectacular bouts between Strickland versus du Plessis 2 eagerly because analysts predict explosive fights. They plan to provide a marathon of tactics and stamina as both athletes stand at their best moment in professional combat.

The MMA fandom follows closely to witness if Dricus du Plessis successfully defends his title or if Sean Strickland successfully regains his middleweight division crown.