UFC 312 is set to take place on February 9, 2025, at the Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, Australia. This event features two highly anticipated title fights, promising an action-packed night for MMA enthusiasts.
Main Event: Middleweight Championship
Dricus du Plessis vs. Sean Strickland 2
The main event showcases a rematch for the UFC Middleweight Championship between current champion Dricus du Plessis and former champion Sean Strickland. Their first encounter occurred on January 20, 2024, at UFC 297, where du Plessis secured a split decision victory, marking the first UFC championship win for South Africa. This bout earned both fighters the Fight of the Night bonus.
Since then, du Plessis has successfully defended his title against former champion Israel Adesanya on August 18, 2024, at UFC 305, winning via a face crank submission in the fourth round. Strickland, on the other hand, has been on a mission to reclaim his title, making this rematch highly anticipated.
Co-Main Event: Women’s Strawweight Championship
Zhang Weili vs. Tatiana Suarez
The co-main event features a UFC Women’s Strawweight Championship bout between current two-time champion Zhang Weili and Tatiana Suarez, the winner of The Ultimate Fighter: Team Joanna vs. Team Cláudia. Zhang Weili has been a dominant force in the division, while Suarez has been making waves with her impressive performances, setting the stage for an exciting matchup.
Main Card Fights
The main card also includes several notable bouts:
- Heavyweight Bout: Justin Tafa vs. Tallison Teixeira
- Light Heavyweight Bout: Jimmy Crute vs. Rodolfo Bellato
- Welterweight Bout: Jake Matthews vs. Francisco Prado
Preliminary Card Highlights
The preliminary card features several exciting matchups:
- Featherweight Bout: Jack Jenkins vs. Gabriel Santos
- Lightweight Bout: Kody Steele vs. Rongzhu
- Welterweight Bout: Jonathan Micallef vs. Kevin Jousset
These bouts promise to deliver high-energy action as fighters vie for a spot on the main card.
Weigh-In Results
The official weigh-ins for UFC 312 have been completed, with all fighters successfully making weight for their respective bouts. Notably, Wang Cong and Bruna Brasil both weighed in at 125 pounds for their flyweight bout, while Colby Thicknesse weighed in at 135.5 pounds for his bantamweight matchup against Aleksandre Topuria.
How to Watch UFC 312
UFC 312 will be broadcast live on ESPN+ PPV in the United States. In Australia, the event will be available on ESPN2 and ESPN+. The early prelims are scheduled to begin at 6:30 p.m. ET, followed by the prelims at 8 p.m. ET, and the main card at 10 p.m. ET.
Summary
UFC 312 promises an exciting night of mixed martial arts action, featuring two title fights and a stacked card of talented fighters. Fans can look forward to high-stakes matchups and thrilling performances from some of the best in the sport.
FAQs
1. When is UFC 312?
UFC 312 is scheduled for February 9, 2025, at the Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, Australia.
2. Where can I watch UFC 312?
In the United States, UFC 312 will be available on ESPN+ PPV. In Australia, it will be broadcast on ESPN2 and ESPN+.
3. Who is the main event for UFC 312?
The main event features a rematch for the UFC Middleweight Championship between Dricus du Plessis and Sean Strickland.
4. What is the co-main event for UFC 312?
The co-main event is a UFC Women’s Strawweight Championship bout between Zhang Weili and Tatiana Suarez.
5. What time does UFC 312 start?
The event begins with early prelims at 6:30 p.m. ET, followed by prelims at 8 p.m. ET, and the main card at 10 p.m. ET.
