Following UFC 297, Dricus du Plessis has claimed that his opponent, Sean Strickland, admitted defeat before the official results were announced, recognizing du Plessis's victory. Strickland, known as the People's Champ, has also been in the spotlight for his comments on UFC commentator Jon Anik, suggesting that Anik, who recently faced criticism for his remarks on the MMA fanbase, might be more suited for the NFL. Anik, despite the controversy and being chided by Strickland, received praise from du Plessis and has been acknowledged for pushing for better discourse in MMA judging. Anik thanked his podcast audience for their support amidst the backlash.
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Video: UFC 297 ‘Fight Motion’ features dramatic Dricus du Plessis vs. Sean Strickland scrap, Neil Magny’s shocking comeback https://t.co/bKkdfayWsn
We’ve been saying this for years. This sport is lucky to have @Jon_Anik. When it comes to the actual topic of judging, no one has pushed more than him for healthy discourse. https://t.co/ckWhFwsuQD
Dricus du Plessis claims Sean Strickland admitted defeat at UFC 297 Full story: https://t.co/B3LxistozV https://t.co/ZNIegxzSOK
Dricus du Plessis claims Sean Strickland admitted defeat at UFC 297: ‘You definitely beat me’ https://t.co/LryEJ1zPPD
Such an unnecessary apology from @Jon_Anik .. but this truly shows why he is the 🐐 https://t.co/KQmcsYExtM
Hey @Jon_Anik no need to apologize you hit the nail on the head the culture of MMA is way too toxic #MMA #MMATwitter https://t.co/SKbYVVKLXg
Such an honor to get to document Sean Strickland’s journey inside and outside the octagon. He’s truly an amazing friend and teammate. After his 297 fight, all of his friends, family and teammates were more sad than he was, including myself. But the vibes in the locker room were… https://t.co/886iz1ibRF
From the desk of @Jon_Anik Thankful to all the @AnikFlorianPod faithful https://t.co/Dpo3gPq3EB
Dricus du Plessis has revealed Sean Strickland admitted he lost to him before Bruce Buffer announced the official scorecards at #UFC297. 👀 “He came to me in the cage, before they announced me as the new champion. I went to him and I shook his hand, and I said, ‘You’re a… https://t.co/rrOEz7uPju
DricusduPlessis has revealed Sean Strickland admitted he lost to him before Bruce Buffer announced the official scorecards at #UFC297. 👀 “He came to me in the cage, before they announced me as the new champion. I went to him and I shook his hand, and I said, ‘You’re a warrior,… https://t.co/wq5WXqJuN1
Sean Strickland has responded to Jon Anik threatening to leave #MMA after receiving “negative” backlash from “disrespectful” fanbase following #UFC297. 👀 Context: Anik scored the UFC 297 main event for Dricus du Plessis over Strickland and fans have not been receptive. In… https://t.co/bYhvdEjp8p
Sean Strickland thinks Jon Anik should leave the UFC for the NFL. https://t.co/dvLjyl9zUX
Dricus Du Plessis says Sean Strickland admitted defeat in the cage at UFC 297. (via @SuperSportTV) https://t.co/849ItKQhFJ
Sean Strickland chides Jon Anik, defends ‘savage’ UFC fans https://t.co/nqUYpBQmsx
What id say to Jon Anik calling mma fans" The lowest common denominator" These people are way you have a paycheck, and you make way more than most... Maybe the NFL is a better choice for you than MMA.... Also you guys are a bunch of savage cunts.. I'm here for it.....
Not many people get the honor to know the real Sean Strickland. One of the most misunderstood athletes in all of sports. This past weekend I got to witness, with my own eyes, that a belt does not define a champion. Belt or no belt @SStricklandMMA is the People's Champ! Sean… https://t.co/aqJQxsd0Tj
From the middleweight king to the commentary king 👑 @DricusDuPlessis showers @Jon_Anik with well-earned praise! 🤝 https://t.co/AD8gBQAbbB