UFC 312 Tapology

 UFC 312 (pay-per-view, ESPNews/Disney+, ESPN+) is set for Saturday, bringing an action-packed night of fights live from Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney. Join us for real-time round-by-round coverage and official results starting at 6:30 p.m. ET (3:30 p.m. PT).

The main event features an intense rematch for the middleweight title as champion Dricus Du Plessis (22-2 MMA, 8-0 UFC) defends his belt against Sean Strickland (29-6 MMA, 16-6 UFC). In the co-main event, women’s strawweight champion Zhang Weili (25-3 MMA, 9-2 UFC) puts her title on the line against undefeated challenger Tatiana Suarez (11-0 MMA, 7-0 UFC).

Follow our live updates and official results starting at 6:30 p.m. ET for the early prelims on ESPN+, 8 p.m. ET for the prelims on ESPNews/Disney+, and 10 p.m. ET for the main card on pay-per-view (via ESPN+).

Enjoy the action!

UFC 312 Fight Card & Results

Main Card (Pay-per-view, 10 p.m. ET)

• Middleweight Title Fight: Champ Dricus Du Plessis vs. Sean Strickland
• Women’s Strawweight Title Fight: Champ Zhang Weili vs. Tatiana Suarez
• Justin Tafa vs. Tallison Teixeira
• Rodolfo Bellato vs. Jimmy Crute
• Jake Matthews def. Fransisco Prado via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)

Preliminary Card (ESPNews/Disney+, 8 p.m. ET)

• Gabriel Santos def. Jack Jenkins via submission (rear-naked choke) – Round 3, 2:06
• Tom Nolan def. Viacheslav Borshchev via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 30-27)
• Wang Cong def. Bruna Brasil via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
• Aleksandre Topuria def. Colby Thicknesse via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)

Early Preliminary Card (ESPN+, 6:30 p.m. ET)

• Rong Zhu def. Kody Steele via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
• Jonathan Micallef def. Kevin Jousset via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
• Quillan Salkilld def. Anshul Jubli via TKO (punches) – Round 1, 0:19

Selected Fight Highlights

Jake Matthews vs. Francisco Prado

Result: Jake Matthews def. Francisco Prado via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)

• Round 1: Matthews landed heavy shots early, controlling the exchanges despite Prado securing a late takedown.
• Round 2: Matthews continued to dominate with striking, while Prado found some success in the clinch.
• Round 3: Matthews pressed forward aggressively, rocking Prado with a left hook and maintaining control.

Gabriel Santos vs. Jack Jenkins

Result: Gabriel Santos def. Jack Jenkins via submission (rear-naked choke) – Round 3, 2:06

• Round 1: Jenkins dropped Santos with a head kick, but Santos recovered and controlled the ground exchanges.
• Round 2: Santos dominated on the ground, neutralizing Jenkins’ offense.
• Round 3: Santos secured a rear-naked choke after a powerful front kick to the chin, forcing Jenkins to submit.

Tom Nolan vs. Viacheslav Borshchev

Result: Tom Nolan def. Viacheslav Borshchev via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 30-27)

• Round 1: Nolan’s grappling control and striking gave him the edge.
• Round 2: Both fighters exchanged hard shots, but Nolan’s pressure and takedowns secured him another round.
• Round 3: Nolan’s striking and grappling superiority led to a clear decision victory.

Stay tuned for full fight recaps and highlights as UFC 312 delivers another thrilling night of MMA action!

Bruna Brasil vs. Wang Cong

Round 1 – Brasil starts with a leg kick and takes control of the center, while Cong stays on the outside. Cong lands a strong leg kick, followed by a jab and another kick. Cong connects with a solid right hand, but Brasil fires back with heavy leg kicks. Both fighters continue trading kicks. In the final minute, Cong’s lead leg appears damaged. Brasil attempts a spinning attack but fails, allowing Cong to trip her and land some strikes before the round ends.

MMA Junkie scores the round 10-9, Cong.

Round 2 – Cong comes out more aggressively, landing a crisp right hand as Brasil moves in to kick. Another left hand lands cleanly for Cong. The fight remains low-output, but Cong stays active with leg kicks. Brasil lands a right hand but is hesitant in her approach. Cong increases pressure and volume, landing a body kick followed by a one-two combination. A clean left hand from Cong connects before the bell rings.

MMA Junkie scores the round 10-9, Cong.

Round 3 – Brasil likely needs a finish, but Cong continues to build confidence. Cong lands a nice left, jabs, and a leg kick. Brasil barely throws any strikes. A combination from Cong lands clean. Brasil attempts a takedown but falls short. In the final seconds, she tries a spinning wheel kick, missing, and Cong secures a takedown before the bell.

MMA Junkie scores the round 10-9, Cong. Overall 30-27, Cong.

Result: Wang Cong def. Bruna Brasil via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27).

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Colby Thicknesse vs. Aleksandre Topuria

Round 1 – Topuria starts aggressively, pressing the action. Thicknesse stays outside, avoiding early exchanges. Topuria lands body shots and a solid jab. Thicknesse partially connects with a head kick, but Topuria responds with a right hand that wobbles him. In the final seconds, Topuria slams Thicknesse to the mat before the round ends.

MMA Junkie scores the round 10-9, Topuria.

Round 2 – Thicknesse starts with jabs but lands an unintentional low blow, briefly pausing the fight. Once resumed, Topuria lands a strong jab and leg kicks. Thicknesse connects with a right hand, but Topuria answers with a powerful body shot. A clean right hand from Topuria lands just before the bell.

MMA Junkie scores the round 10-9, Topuria.

Round 3 – Thicknesse shoots for an early takedown, but Topuria defends and takes his back. They return to striking, but Thicknesse attempts another takedown, which Topuria again stuffs. In the final minute, Topuria lands some ground strikes before the round ends.

MMA Junkie scores the round 10-9, Topuria. Overall 30-27, Topuria.

Result: Aleksandre Topuria def. Colby Thicknesse via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27).

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Kody Steele vs. Rong Zhu

Round 1 – Zhu controls the center with feints and leg kicks. Steele shoots for a takedown, but Zhu scrambles and stands up. Zhu lands quick combinations, and both fighters trade heavy shots. Steele rocks Zhu, but Zhu fires back, rocking Steele in return. They exchange bombs until the bell.

MMA Junkie scores the round 10-9, Zhu.

Round 2 – Zhu drops Steele early but gets caught in a leg lock. He escapes and resumes striking, landing crisp combinations. Steele appears hesitant after absorbing significant damage. Zhu’s jabs continue connecting, and he controls the exchanges until the bell.

MMA Junkie scores the round 10-9, Zhu.

Round 3 – Steele comes out aggressively, but Zhu remains composed. He lands jabs, a big left hook, and body shots. Steele struggles to counter. Zhu dominates with clean jabs, and Steele begins to show damage. They brawl in the final moments, thrilling the crowd.

MMA Junkie scores the round 10-9, Zhu. Overall 30-27, Zhu.

Result: Rong Zhu def. Kody Steele via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27).

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Kevin Jousset vs. Jonathan Micallef

Round 1 – Jousset lands an early left hand, but Micallef responds with body kicks. Jousset presses forward, but Micallef counters well. A big head kick from Micallef rocks Jousset. Jousset recovers, but Micallef gains momentum, landing clean shots until the round ends.

MMA Junkie scores the round 10-9, Micallef.

Round 2 – Jousset increases aggression, but Micallef continues to land the better strikes. He finds his rhythm, countering Jousset effectively. A head kick sneaks in for Micallef, and he dominates the exchanges throughout the round.

MMA Junkie scores the round 10-9, Micallef.

Round 3 – Micallef looks confident, pressing forward. Jousset struggles to land meaningful strikes. Micallef’s jabs and kicks keep him in control. In the final minutes, Jousset attempts a last push, but Micallef remains composed, outlanding him until the bell.

MMA Junkie scores the round 10-9, Jousset. Overall 29-28, Micallef.

Result: Jonathan Micallef def. Kevin Jousset via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28).