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UFC 312 live: Aussie makes history with 19-second KO
It has taken just 19 seconds for drama to erupt at UFC 312 in Sydney with an Australian executing a brutal, controversial KO.
The UFC is back with a bang in Australia with middleweight king Dricus du Plessis’s re-match with Sean Strickland headlining a blockbuster UFC 312 card in Sydney.
A staggering eight Australians are in action on Sunday at Qudos Bank Arena with the fight world’s gaze centred squarely on the Harbour City.
UFC middleweight king Dricus du Plessis is set to face Sean Strickland in a blockbuster UFC 312 headliner in Sydney. Order Now with Main Event on Kayo Sports. Main Event on Kayo Sports and Foxtel is the exclusive home of UFC Pay-Per-View.
Du Plessis’ title fight showdown with Strickland has been one of the most highly anticipated fights ever since De Plessis won the belt in January, 2024, via a split decision.
Dominant champion Weili Zhang will look to make her fourth defence of the 115lbs belt against Tatiana Suarez.
There was huge drama during the preliminary card with Aussies Quillan Salkilld winning via a 19-second KO before felow Aussie Jonathan Micallef also won his fight via a unanimous decision.
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