Winning only to face accusations afterward is one of the hardest things an athlete can endure. For fighters, laying it all on the line and then hearing cries of “robbery” stings deeply. Still, it’s undeniable that there have been plenty of controversial calls that were clear mistakes. Similarly, when Dricus Du Plessis fought Sean Strickland, many believed ‘Tarzan’ won the fight, but the South African fighter was awarded a controversial decision. Ahead of their rematch at UFC 312, the UFC champion promises to silence his doubters.
Dricus du Plessis is gearing up for a high-stakes rematch against Sean Strickland in Australia. Following the announcement at UFC 310, he delivered a bold prediction, promising a one-sided outcome that would erase any memories of their previous fight’s controversy.
In his words, “This time they won’t call it a robbery, they’ll call it attempted murder.”
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Du Plessis is confident that this time, there will be no debate. He plans to deliver a performance so decisive that it leaves no doubts. The rematch promises to bring fireworks as both fighters aim to make a statement.
The South African has successfully defended his title against Israel Adesanya, further cementing his reign as champion. Strickland, on the other hand, has been biding his time, confident that the close nature of their first fight would secure him a well-deserved rematch. Now it will be impossible to see how this fight will go.
Sean Strickland Shares His Thoughts on Fighting Dricus Du Plessis in Australia at UFC 312
Strickland previously criticized the UFC for booking fights in countries where the government strongly opposes him. He expressed confusion about whether the UFC was deliberately messing with him or encouraging him to promote freedom. Now that the fight is officially booked, Strickland noted that it’s time to bring violence and freedom back to Australia.
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This fight is definitely a big deal for the division. The press conference will be just as thrilling, especially with two top-tier trash talkers involved. The winner will shake up the entire division’s dynamics.
