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Miami, Middleweights, and Broken Noses: UFC 314 Has It All!

UFC 314 is heading to Miami, and Dricus du Plessis just schooled Sean Strickland like a champ! 😎🏆

The buzz is sizzling, and it's official! UFC 314 is headed to Miami for an adrenaline-packed pay-per-view event coming up on April 12. Miami is packed with energy, and it’s only fitting that the UFC brings its A-game right to this vibrant city. Fans can expect a night of dazzling fights, intense rivalries, and unforgettable moments that will surely light up social media feeds across New Zealand and beyond. Whether you’re cheering from the stands or tuning in from the comfort of your couch, this event is bound to deliver excitement galore!

In the ring, Dricus du Plessis has shown the world what it takes to be a champion. At UFC 312, he went toe-to-toe with Sean Strickland, and let’s just say that Strickland didn’t stand a chance! Du Plessis entered the octagon with fire in his eyes and dominated the fight to retain his middleweight belt with a very convincing unanimous decision of 50-45 (twice) and 49-46. The match was a spectacle of skill, strategy, and sheer grit! Strickland was left bloodied and bruised, claiming that du Plessis ‘broke his nose in like six places’ – ouch!

In typical UFC fashion, drama didn’t just stay in the octagon; former fighter Din Thomas was quick to fire shots at Strickland’s lackluster performance post-fight. It’s safe to say that fans are, shall we say, ‘lively’ when it comes to critiquing their favorites! With the contrasting fighting styles between du Plessis’ brute strength and Strickland’s showy bravado that didn’t pay off, spectators were treated to a masterclass of combat sports. People are already buzzing about potential matchups, especially a clash between du Plessis and unbeaten contender Khamzat Chimaev. Could that lead to a showdown for the ages?

As the hype builds for UFC 314, it’s interesting to note that UFC promotes its events with a massive Promotional Guidelines Compliance program. The payout from the latest UFC 312 event alone totaled up to an impressive $254,500. This investment not only supports fighters but also elevates the entire sport! So, whether you fancy a night out in Miami or plan to huddle up on your couch in New Zealand, don’t forget to save the date! UFC 314 is slated to leave a lasting impression – much like Sean Strickland’s bruising experience at UFC 312!