The MMA landscape is buzzing as the UFC Middleweight Championship is set to unfold at UFC 312. Defending champion Dricus du Plessis faces off against Sean Strickland at the Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, Australia, on Saturday. With the early preliminaries kicking off around 6 p.m. ET, the main card is expected to start at 10 p.m. ET.
Dricus du Plessis comes into this match with a formidable record of 22-2, riding a 10-fight winning streak, including his most recent successful title defense at UFC 305 against Israel Adesanya by submission in August. Conversely, Sean Strickland, who previously secured the title by defeating Adesanya at UFC 293, has a professional record of 29-6 and is currently looking to reclaim the championship after a split decision loss to du Plessis earlier this year.
In the latest odds for UFC 312, du Plessis stands as a -210 favorite while Strickland is clocking in at +175. Betting markets also suggest a -170 likelihood for the fight to last the full duration.
In the featured fight of the night, women’s strawweight champion Zhang Weili will defend her title against Tatiana Suarez. Make sure to consult the expert picks from Daniel Vithlani before placing any wagers on these critical matchups.
Key Fights for UFC 312:
- Dricus du Plessis vs. Sean Strickland
- Zhang Weili vs. Tatiana Suarez
- Tallison Teixeira vs. Justin Tafa
- Jimmy Crute vs. Rodolfo Bellato
- Jake Matthews vs. Francisco Prado
Predictions & Key Insights
Daniel Vithlani, known for his analytical approach to MMA betting, will unveil strategic picks and insights leading up to the event. Vithlani has established himself with a significant track record, being up $1,500 in UFC main-card betting picks since UFC 283. Look for his detailed UFC 312 predictions exclusively on SportsLine.
