The intensity is increasing in UFC as 2025 progresses and this weekend will see the second numbered event of the year and promises to be a thrilling event with two world championship fights and will feature as the main event the rematch in which South Africa’s Dricus du Plessis (22-2) will make the second defense of his middleweight belt against American Sean Strickland (29-6-0).
The UFC 312 event will be held at the Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, Australia, on Saturday, February 8, in a rematch after the South African took the title from the California native by split decision in January 2024, before making his first defense against Israel Adesanya at UFC 305.
Du Plessis has demonstrated his power with victories in his eight appearances, with four knockouts, and two by submission, while in his previous fight he managed to overcome a complicated challenge against Adesanya and now a rematch will come in which Strickland is determined to regain his belt.
To get his chance for the title challenge, Strickland defeated Paulo Costa at UFC 302, where he highlighted his ability to press and his orthodox boxing characteristics.
What date is the Du Plessis vs Strickland 2 fight at UFC 312?
The event will take place on Saturday, February 8, 2025.
Where is the Du Plessis vs Strickland 2 fight at UFC 312?
This stellar UFC event will be held at the Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, Australia.
What time is the Du Plessis vs Strickland 2 fight at UFC 312?
In the United States, the action will start at 18:00 ET/15:00 PT, with the preliminary fights, while the main fight is scheduled around 22:00 ET/19:00 PT
Where to watch Du Plessis vs Strickland 2 at UFC 312 on TV and online
You can follow the fight on ESPN+ PPV or UFC Fight Pass