Sean Strickland (red glove) fights Dricus Du Plessis (blue gloves) during UFC 297 at ScotiaBank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports

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When Is The UFC 312 Pre- Fight Press Conference? Du Plessis vs. Strickland 2 Press Conference Time, Date and Venue

Get ready for UFC 312 pre-fight press conference. Know the details of Dricus Du Plessis vs. Sean Strickland 2 press conference!

Sean Strickland (red glove) fights Dricus Du Plessis (blue gloves) during UFC 297 at ScotiaBank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports

The fight world can’t stop talking about the upcoming rematch between Dricus Du Plessis and Sean Strickland. After their unforgettable first encounter at UFC 297, where Du Plessis claimed the middleweight crown in a bloody five-round war, fans have been counting down the days to their second clash. The stakes couldn’t be higher this time around, with both fighters having something massive to prove in the octagon.

Du Plessis enters as the newly crowned champion looking to cement his legacy, while Strickland aims to reclaim the belt he held so briefly. Adding extra spice to this rivalry is their history of heated exchanges and that infamous pre-fight press conference that left the MMA world stunned.

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UFC 312 Pre-Fight Press Conference Time and Date

The UFC 312 press conference kicks off at 2 AM. ET/ 7 AM GMT. on Thursday, February 6, 2025 (12:30 PM IST) . For the Australian fans, that is 6 PM. local time in Sydney. UFC CEO Dana White will be there to keep things from going off the rails!

UFC 312 Pre-Fight Press Conference Venue

The press conference takes place at the prestigious Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, the same venue that will host Saturday’s explosive fight card. This marks a significant moment as both fighters face off in front of Australian fans, who are known for their passionate support of combat sports.

What Happened When The Last Time They Met?

At UFC 297’s presser, Dricus Du Plessis and Sean Strickland gave fans one of the most intense verbal exchanges in recent UFC history. ‘Stillknocks’ hit a nerve when he brought up Strickland’s troubled past, leading to an unexpectedly emotional moment where Strickland broke down.

The usually brash American fighter showed a vulnerable side nobody had seen before. Strickland, known for his own provocative statements, found himself on the receiving end of psychological warfare for once.

Predictions For The UFC 312 Pre-Fight Press Conference

Fast forward to now, and both fighters have had time to reflect on their first encounter, both in the press conference and in the octagon. But this time around, there is mutual respect between them. However, that doesn’t mean that the brash Strickland will refrain from saying things he says. And for Du Plessis, he is ready to counter anything ‘Tarzan’ will have for him, thanks to his quick wit and bold persona.

Either way, with Zhang Weili and Tatiana Suarez also on the dais for their strawweight title fight. Although these two don’t share any bad blood or a common language even, this press conference promises to be must-watch material for any MMA fan.

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