UFC 312: Du Plessis vs Strickland - Date, Start time, Fight Card, Location

The UFC 312 event will see Dricus Du Plessis face Sean Strickland for the Middleweight Championship at Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, Australia. Both fighters, known for their power and skill, promise a gripping main event for the title.

Du Plessis turned pro in 2013 and rapidly rose through the ranks with a mix of knockouts and submissions, currently holding a record of 22 wins with notable victories over formidable contenders. He recently defeated Israel Adesanya via submission, demonstrating his ability to overcome top-tier opponents. Strickland, since going pro in 2008, has developed into a seasoned fighter with 29 wins. His last fight resulted in a split decision win against Paulo Costa.

What time is Dricus Du Plessis vs Sean Strickland fight

Live coverage for the Dricus Du Plessis vs Sean Strickland main card will start at 06:00 PM EST on ESPN+, TNT Sports Box Office, Kayo. Refer to the table below to find your local time.

Region	Date	Main Card Start Time	Dricus Du Plessis vs Sean Strickland Ring Walks (approx.)
USA and Canada (EST)	Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025	06:00 PM	10:00 PM
USA and Canada (PT)	Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025	03:00 PM	07:00 PM
UK and Ireland (GMT)	Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025	10:00 PM	02:00 AM (next day)
Australia (AEDT)	Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025	09:00 AM	01:00 PM

The UFC 312 event will take place on February 8, 2025, at the Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. The main event features a fight between Dricus Du Plessis and Sean Strickland for the UFC Middleweight Championship. The event starts at 10:00 PM EST.

Note that the ring walk time can change based on how long earlier fights last. Fans should check their local listings to confirm start times in their area.

Fighters Details

Dricus Du Plessis faces Sean Strickland for the UFC Middleweight Championship title.

Dricus Du Plessis

Nationality: South Africa
Height: 183 cm
Weight: 83.9 kg
Total Fights: 24
Record: 22 / 2 / 0

Dricus Du Plessis possesses a professional record of 22 wins and 2 losses. His most recent victory was a submission against Israel Adesanya, who boasted a strong track record. Dricus' ability to finish opponents quickly adds to his advantage in this bout.

Sean Strickland

Nationality: United States
Height: 185 cm
Weight: 83.9 kg
Total Fights: 35
Record: 29 / 6 / 0

Sean Strickland holds a record of 29 wins and 6 losses. His last performance was a split decision win over Paulo Costa. Given Costa's reputation as a tough fighter, Sean demonstrated resilience, but Dricus' well-rounded skill set might present new challenges.

Dricus Du Plessis vs Sean Strickland Betting Odds

Favorite: Dricus Du Plessis : 1.5 (-205)
Underdog: Sean Strickland : 2.8 (+175)

Method of victory	Dricus Du Plessis	Sean Strickland
By KO/TKO or disqualification	5.1 (+410)	9.5 (+850)
By decision or technical decision	2.6 (+165)	3.7 (+270)

How and where to watch the Dricus Du Plessis vs Sean Strickland Fight

You can watch Dricus Du Plessis vs Sean Strickland via ESPN+, TNT Sports Box Office, Kayo.

Region	Live-streaming
USA	ESPN
UK and Ireland	TNT Sports Box Office
Australia	Kayo

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