Strickland’s upset of Israel Adesanya was no surprise to those in the new champion’s gym, and he will now look to solidify his place atop the 185-pound weight class by defeating Du Plessis, who is perfect in six fights in the UFC.
Additionally, a new champion will be crowned in the women’s bantamweight division, as Raquel Pennington takes on Mayra Bueno Silva in a co-main event that promises fireworks.
How to stream UFC 297 on ESPN+?
UFC 297: Strickland vs. Du Plessis First foreplay kicks off Saturday, January 20 at 6:30 p.m. ET / 3:30 p.m. PT in the United States on ESPN+ And UFC Battle Pass. THE Foreplay airs at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT ESPN News And ESPN+ and the Main map will be broadcast exclusively on ESPN+ in the United States at 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT.