Dricus Du Plessis preferred Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 312
MMA Junkie · 24m
Dricus Du Plessis reveals how close Khamzat Chimaev came to getting UFC 312 title shot
Chimaev (14-0 MMA, 8-0 UFC) was touted as the potential No. 1 contender when he quickly submitted former champion Robert Whittaker at UFC 308. Du Plessis was excited about the opportunity to hand Chimaev his first loss but acknowledges that fans were previously eager to see him fight Strickland again after their tightly contested affair at UFC 297.
MMA News · 4h
Sean Strickland’s Coach Explains Picking Dricus Du Plessis As ‘Toughest Challenge’ Over Khamzat Chimaev
For his head coach at Xtreme Couture, Eric Nicksick, the next few months will be all about looking at what they need to do differently in order to defeat Du Plessis in Sydney, Australia. Their first meeting at UFC 297 came down to a close split decision that saw the South African become the 185-pound champion.
Bloody Elbow · 2d
Dricus Du Plessis explains the real reason he is fighting Sean Strickland instead of Khamzat Chimaev
Strickland is arguably the more popular, and most definitely the more reliable, option than Chimaev, who has made a habit of pulling out of fights or having weight issues. But the belief is that the Swede is a bigger challenge, and poses a more awkward test of the champion’s skills.
Jacaranda FM · 5h
WATCH: Dricus du Plessis smashes Sean Strickland cake
Martin Bester also surprised the UFC Champion with a cake featuring Strickland's face—though the cake didn't last long. Du Plessis smashed the cake, perhaps hinting at the outcome of their second fight. Tune in to the ' Breakfast with Martin Bester ', on weekdays from 06:00 - 09:00. Stream the show live here or download our mobile app here.
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