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Dricus du Plessis Claims UFC Middleweight Title in Thrilling Split-Decision Win

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Dricus du Plessis emerges victorious over Sean Strickland in a nail-biting battle for the UFC middleweight title at UFC 297. Read on for the full story!

In an electrifying showdown at UFC 297, Dricus du Plessis secured a split-decision win over Sean Strickland to claim the esteemed UFC middleweight title. The intense battle took place at the Scotiabank Arena, showcasing the skill and determination of both fighters. Du Plessis' strategic prowess and unwavering resilience earned him the well-deserved victory, solidifying his position as a force to be reckoned with in the MMA world. Fans were on the edge of their seats as the two warriors went head-to-head, resulting in a historic moment for du Plessis.

The UFC 297 event in Toronto, Canada, will be remembered for the epic clash between du Plessis and Strickland, with du Plessis emerging as the ultimate victor. His exceptional performance and fighting spirit captivated audiences worldwide, setting the stage for an exciting reign as the new UFC middleweight champion. Du Plessis' journey to the title was marked by grit, determination, and skill, making his victory all the more meaningful in the realm of mixed martial arts. The MMA community eagerly anticipates his future matches and the legacy he will build as a champion.

In the aftermath of UFC 297, du Plessis' win cements his status as a rising star in the UFC middleweight division, while Strickland's valiant effort and sportsmanship during the bout are commendable. The intense rivalry and competitive spirit displayed by both fighters captivated fans and solidified the event as one for the history books. As du Plessis basks in the glory of his well-earned victory, the MMA world eagerly awaits the next chapter in his journey as the UFC middleweight titleholder.

Du Plessis outpoints Strickland to take UFC middleweight title (CNA)

TORONTO : Dricus du Plessis outpointed Sean Strickland to claim a split-decision win and the UFC middleweight title at UFC 297 at the Scotiabank Arena on ...

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Mixed Martial Arts-Du Plessis outpoints Strickland to take UFC ... (The Straits Times)

Dricus du Plessis outpointed Sean Strickland to claim a split-decision win and the UFC middleweight title at UFC 297 at the Scotiabank Arena on Saturday, ...

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The Real Winners and Losers From UFC 297 (Bleacher Report)

The most unlikely champion of 2023 is the first to go to work in 2024. UFC middleweight king Sean Strickland, who dethroned pound-for-pound boss Israelโ€ฆ

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Sean Strickland v Dricus Du Plessis, Raquel Pennington v Mayra ... (Eurosport.com)

UFC has come to Toronto, Canada with UFC 297 taking place in the Great North. The event is headlined by Sean Strickland and his 28-5-0 record facing off ...

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UFC 297: Dricus Du Plessis takes middleweight belt by split ... (Yahoo Sports)

The South African challenger defeated UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland by split decision (48-47, 48-47, 47-48) on Saturday in Toronto, finishing a ...

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Sean Strickland vs Dricus Du Plessis LIVE: UFC 297 fight updates ... (The Independent)

Follow live, with the middleweight title and vacant women's bantamweight belt on the line in Canada.

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'There's no way': Challenger's confident call for fiery title fight โ€” UFC ... (Fox Sports)

'There's no way': Challenger's confident call for fiery title fight โ€” UFC 297 LIVE.

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UFC 297 Sean Strickland vs Dricus du Plessis -- live results and ... (ESPN.co.uk)

Strickland will defend his UFC middleweight title against Du Plessis in the main event of UFC 297 on Saturday at Scotiabank Arena. The two got into a heated ...

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UFC 297 Sean Strickland vs Dricus du Plessis -- live results and ... (ESPN)

Du Plessis (20-2) has won eight straight and has a perfect 6-0 record in the UFC. The South African fighter stopped former UFC middleweight champion Robert ...

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Video: Watch UFC 297 post-fight press conference live stream on ... (Yahoo Sports)

Expected to take part in the press conference are the winners of the top main card bouts, including the championship fights of Sean Strickland vs. Dricus Du ...

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UFC 297 Livestream: How to Watch Strickland vs du Plessis Fight ... (Variety)

UFC is back with two title fights in Jan. 2024! American Sean Strickland is looking to defend his UFC Middleweight Championship belt against Dricus du Plessis, ...

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UFC 297 Results: Winners, Finishes, Bonuses And Highlights (Forbes)

On Saturday night in Toronto at the Scotiabank Arena, Dricus Du Plessis dethroned Sean Strickland in an epic and close main event of UFC 297.

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UFC 297: Sean Strickland vs. Dricus du Plessis live updates, results ... (DAZN News US)

UFC 297 is the first UFC pay-per-view of the year and it kicks off live tonight from Toronto, Canada. Headlining the card is a middleweight t...

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Sean Strickland v Dricus Du Plessis, Raquel Pennington v Mayra ... (BT Sport)

UFC has come to Toronto, Canada with UFC 297 taking place in the Great North. The event is headlined by Sean Strickland and his 28-5-0 record facing off ...

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Dricus Du Plessis defeats Sean Strickland to become new ... (Eurosport.com)

South African Dricus du Plessis defeated Sean Strickland to win the UFC middleweight title with a split decision victory in the main event of UFC 297 in ...

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Dricus Du Plessis outpoints Sean Strickland at UFC 297 to win the ... (The Associated Press)

The hostility brewing between Sean Strickland and Dricus Du Plessis finally hit its boiling point at UFC 297 on Saturday night.

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Bud Light makes return to UFC PPV (Sports Business Journal)

Anheuser-Busch brand Bud Light took part in its first UFC PPV event last night since 2017 as South African middleweight fighter Dricus Du Plessis took ...

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Du Plessis outpoints Strickland to take UFC middleweight title (Reuters)

Dricus du Plessis outpointed Sean Strickland to claim a split-decision win and the UFC middleweight title at UFC 297 at the Scotiabank Arena on Saturday, ...

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UFC 297 fight fallout: Next options for Dricus du Plessis, Sean ... (CBSSports.com)

Watch Now: The UFC middleweight championship took a detour through Sean Strickland but it might head back to its original destination: Dricus du ...

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UFC 297: Strickland vs Du Plessis Results (UFC)

See The Fight Results, Watch Post-Fight Interviews With The Winners And More From UFC 297: Strickland vs Du Plessis , Live From Scotiabank Arena In Toronto.

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UFC 297 Promotional Guidelines Compliance pay: Sean ... (Yahoo Sports)

The program, a comprehensive plan that includes outfitting requirements, media obligations and other items under the fighter code of conduct, replaces the ...

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UFC 2024 post-fight bonus winners: Inside the numbers (Yahoo Sports)

Check a running tally of UFC bonus-related stats for the 2024 calendar year.

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Nate Diaz Delivers Interesting Tweet Following UFC 297 Main Event (Sports Illustrated)

A former UFC superstar chimed in on Dricus Du Plessis' championship-clinching win against Sean Strickland at UFC 297.

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'Blood and all': UFC villain's illegal headbutt claim (Fox Sports)

Sean Strickland claims he was illegally headbutted by Dricus du Plessis during his narrow loss at UFC 297 on Sunday. Du Plessis made history in the octagon, ...

Dricus Du Plessis dethrones Sean Strickland in UFC 297 main event (ABC News)

"This is history," Du Plessis said in his postfight interview. Strickland had a lot of success early in the fight with a nasty, piston- ...

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