Before the fight with Du Plessis Sean Strickland invited him to make a bet: a fight to the death. Drikus shook Sean's hand, accepting the deal. The fighter later commented on Strickland's proposal:
“I don’t have any predictions for the fight. As they say, be careful what you wish for. He asked for death. Your wish will come true, my friend,” said Du Plessis.
Let us remind you that the confrontation between Strickland and Du Plessis will take place on the night of January 21 in Toronto and will headline UFC 297.