Sean Strickland Reacts to UFC 312 Loss with Grit and Gratitude
Sean Strickland may have taken a tough loss at UFC 312, but the man is far from broken. After his rematch with Dricus du Plessis ended in a unanimous decision defeat, Strickland wasted no time addressing his fans and keeping his head high.
In a video posted on Instagram, Strickland acknowledged the setback but remained defiant. "What’s up, guys? We’ve been here once or twice," he began, showing his trademark resilience. He expressed gratitude for the unwavering support of his fans, emphasizing that win or lose, their backing means everything to him. He even gave props to Du Plessis, admitting, "Hats off, hell of a fight. Broke my nose in six places." But in typical Strickland fashion, he shrugged it off with humor, noting that at least it was easy to reset.
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Strickland’s message wasn’t just about his own journey—it was a lesson in perseverance. He compared losing a fight to everyday struggles that people face, from job losses to breakups. "I love the misery. I love the suffering," he said. "Because when you’re miserable, when you’re in pain, when you’re suffering, the moment that’s gone—and it will end—it will be a new day, a better day." He encouraged those going through tough times to keep pushing forward, using himself as an example: "I just broke my nose in front of millions of people. It f*cking sucks. But I’ve still got to wake up tomorrow and hold my head up."
The rematch with Du Plessis was highly anticipated, especially after their first fight at UFC 297, where Strickland lost a controversial split decision. This time, Du Plessis left no doubts, controlling the fight over five rounds and securing a dominant win. Strickland struggled to find his rhythm and failed to generate much meaningful offense, ultimately falling short on the judges’ scorecards.
Despite the loss, Strickland remains focused and grateful for the opportunity to compete at the highest level. His statement reflects his warrior mentality—he’s not one to dwell on defeat. Instead, he embraces the grind and looks ahead to the next challenge. One thing is certain: Sean Strickland will be back, and he’ll be coming for redemption.
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