Du Plessis Eyes Rematch with Strickland

Dricus Du Plessis has just wrapped up a thrilling night at UFC 305, where he successfully defended his middleweight title against Israel Adesanya. The fight took place in Perth, Australia, and ended with Du Plessis securing a win in the fourth round through a rear-naked choke.

As soon as the fight concluded, former champion Sean Strickland wasted no time. He took to social media, declaring that it’s time for a rematch against Du Plessis, saying, “Time for war Dutch man…” on Twitter.

This rematch seems everyone’s talking about, especially after their nail-biting encounter at UFC 297 earlier this year, where Du Plessis won the middleweight title by a split decision.

UFC chairman Dana White hinted that the winner of Du Plessis vs. Adesanya would likely face Strickland next, and that prediction is gaining traction. Du Plessis, speaking at the UFC 305 press conference, echoed the excitement for a rematch, stating that fans really want to see it. He emphasized his confidence, saying, “He can’t handle what I have to offer.”

This confidence comes from his track record; Du Plessis is currently undefeated in the UFC, with an impressive eight-fight winning streak. He’s already noted that he believes this time he can finish Strickland, showcasing his determination and readiness to take on the challenge.