Dricus Du Plessis preferred Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 312

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.
UFC legend thinks Sean Strickland has fire lit under him going into UFC 312 rematch with Dricus du Plessis: 'That care meter went through the roof'
UFC icon Chael Sonnen believes Sean Strickland has a fire lit under him going into his UFC 312 title rematch against Dricus du Plessis.
Dricus Du Plessis Would Have Preferred to Face Khamzat Chimaev Over Sean Strickland
Dricus Du Plessis is set to fight Sean Strickland in a championship rematch for the middleweight strap at UFC 312 in February. Du Plessis narrowly defeated
Chael Sonnen expects Sean Strickland 'to fight better' in Dricus Du Plessis rematch at UFC 312
Chael Sonnen sees Sean Strickland coming out with an extra fire in the rematch against Dricus Du Plessis at UFC 312.
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.
Dricus Du Plessis Reveals What Sets Him Apart: ‘I Don’t Mind Getting Punched in the Face’
Dricus Du Plessis, the UFC Middleweight Champion, has made it clear that his approach to fighting sets him apart from others in the division. In a recent
Dricus Du Plessis Reacts to Sean Strickland Rematch, Says It Wasn't His 'Preferred' Fight
Dricus Du Plessis has revealed that his UFC 312 rematch with Sean Strickland wasn't the fight he wanted, but he's "not unhappy" with the UFC's decision to make the fight. Du Plessis and Strickland fought in the first PPV of 2024,
“Want It to Be Legit Without Excuses”- Fans Revolt Against Khamzat Chimaev’s Backup Status for Dricus Du Plessis vs Sean Strickland at UFC 312
Khamzat Chimaev and Sean Strickland engaged in a heated online battle after Dana White announced ‘Tarzan’s fight with Dricus Du Plessis at UFC 312. The post “Want It to Be Legit Without Excuses”- Fans Revolt Against Khamzat Chimaev’s Backup Status for Dricus Du Plessis vs Sean Strickland at UFC 312 appeared first on EssentiallySports.
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.
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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