As the UFC returns to Sydney, Australia, on February 8, 2025, fight fans are gearing up for an explosive evening at UFC 312. This event, taking place at the renowned Qudos Bank Arena, promises a card packed with compelling matchups, headlined by the much-anticipated rematch between Dricus Du Plessis and Sean Strickland for the UFC Middleweight Championship.
Main Event: Middleweight Championship Dricus Du Plessis (22-2) will defend his title against Sean Strickland (29-6) in a rematch that has had the MMA community buzzing. Their first encounter was a nail-biter, and both fighters have only upped their game since. With Du Plessis looking to prove his dominance and Strickland eager to even the score, this fight is expected to be a strategic and intense battle.
Co-Main Event: Strawweight Championship In the co-main event, reigning champion Weili Zhang (25-3) faces the undefeated challenger Tatiana Suarez (10-0). Zhang's striking prowess meets Suarez's wrestling expertise in a clash that could redefine the strawweight division's pecking order.
Featured Bouts:
Heavyweight action sees Tallison Teixeira (7-0) taking on Justin Tafa (7-4). Both fighters are known for their knockout power, setting the stage for a potential short night for one of them.
Light Heavyweight Jimmy Crute (12-4-1) faces Rodolfo Bellato (12-2) in a match that promises fireworks. Both fighters are climbing the ranks, and a win here could mean a step closer to title contention.
Welterweights clash as Jake Matthews (20-7) goes head-to-head with Francisco Prado (12-2). Matthews brings a wealth of experience, while Prado has shown promise and deadly finishing skills.
Preliminary Card Highlights:
Featherweights Jack Jenkins (13-3) and Gabriel Santos (11-2) will showcase their skills. Both are looking to break into the top tier of the division.
In the lightweight division, Tom Nolan (8-1) faces Viacheslav Borshchev (8-4-1) in what is expected to be a high-paced encounter.
Rising stars in the flyweight division, Cong Wang (6-1) and Bruna Brasil (10-4-1), will battle it out, each hoping to climb the rankings.
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