Dricus du Plessis threw down for 5 extra rounds with Sean Strickland and as soon as the mud cleared, it was an “And Nonetheless” night time for the middleweight champion.
The UFC 312 predominant occasion noticed du Plessis and Strickland battle as soon as extra following their UFC 297 conflict in January 2024 that resulted in a break up choice in du Plessis’ favor. This time, it was du Plessis defending his title, and there was far much less drama when the scorecards have been learn out as the champion took a unanimous decision with a pair of 50-45 scores and a 49-46.
Du Plessis pressured Strickland from the second the bout began and although the challenger’s trademark jab was on show, it didn’t sluggish du Plessis’ assault. He repeatedly struck at Strickland from odd angles, sustaining a tempo that Strickland couldn’t or wouldn’t match. Issues solely went downhill for Strickland when a du Plessis strike appeared to interrupt his nostril in Spherical 4.
Regardless of the depth of their rivalry, the rematch was missing in dramatic moments, one thing famous by would-be No. 1 contender Khamzat Chimaev, who dubbed the combat “greatest bullshit.”
See extra fighter reactions from social media beneath.
Properly let me inform you one thing guys Sean sucks
— Belal Muhammad (@bullyb170) February 9, 2025
I may be double champ fairly simply
— Belal Muhammad (@bullyb170) February 9, 2025
Ddp simply is aware of the right way to win night time each physique
— Terrance McKinney (@twrecks155) February 9, 2025
Dricus Du Plessis is a prime 5 P4P on the earth. Put some respect on the champion!!! #UFC312
— Henry Cejudo (@HenryCejudo) February 9, 2025
Dricus simply dominant tonight. Too many weapons, tempo, stress and flexibility for Strickland to deal with. Sean proves his toughness as soon as once more tho. #ufc312
— Kenny Florian (@kennyflorian) February 9, 2025
