UFC Middleweight Champion Dricus Du Plessis prepares for his rematch against Sean Strickland at UFC 312, criticizing Strickland's unentertaining fighting style while emphasizing his own commitment to delivering an exciting fight for the fans. Du Plessis reflects on the intensity of their previous encounter and his mindset going into the rematch, stating his willingness to go to any lengths to secure victory.
FILE - Sean Strickland of the United States, left, fought South Africa's Dricus Du Plessis in a middleweight title bout during UFC 297 in January.to become the new UFC Middleweight champion and the first South African UFC champion after a split-decision following a gruelling five-round fight in Canada in January last year.
Speaking on the Straight Talk podcast with Mark Bouris, Du Plessis said Strickland's style, while effective, is not entertaining and not giving the paying public their money's worth. "He is not doing anything to win the fight, but also not doing anything to lose the fight. He is fighting not to lose. He is prioritising defence, while I'm prioritising attack to give the people a show and fight."
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