Everything You Need to Know for February’s PPV Event

UFC 312 will take place on February 8, 2025, at Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, Australia. In the main event, Dricus du Plessis will defend his middleweight title in a highly anticipated rematch against Sean Strickland. The co-main event will also feature a title fight as Zhang Weili puts her strawweight belt on the line against Tatiana Suarez. Below, you’ll find all the key details about the event, including the fight card and U.S. start times.

The UFC 312 Main Event: Du Plessis vs. Strickland 2

Du Plessis and Strickland first clashed at UFC 297 on January 20, 2024, where the South African secured a split-decision victory in a razor-close contest. The fight was an intense back-and-forth battle, with both fighters having their moments. Du Plessis’ relentless pressure and activity gave him the edge, securing three out of five rounds. However, Strickland effectively utilized his jab and straight punches, keeping the fight competitive. Many fans and analysts argued that Strickland should have won the decision, setting the stage for this anticipated rematch at UFC 312.

The Co-Main Event: Weili vs. Suarez for the Strawweight Title

Reigning champion Zhang Weili has been on a dominant streak, winning her last four fights. Most recently, she defeated Yan Xiaonan at UFC 300 via unanimous decision, proving once again why she is at the top of the division. Tatiana Suarez, meanwhile, remains undefeated with a perfect 10-0 record. Her last fight saw her submit former champion Jessica Andrade with a guillotine choke in August 2023. However, Suarez has been inactive since 2023, making this title shot against Weili a major challenge.