Sean Strickland vs Dricus Du Plessis | Dan Hardy Breakdown, The War Room Ep. 298

Dan Hardy breaks down the UFC 297 Main Event for the Middleweight title, Sean Strickland vs Dricus Du Plessis
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[@fuckbored4724]

I think Dricus can kind of stifle strickland's pressure the way cannonier did. Strickland tends to give ground up to power hitters like cannonier or big wrestling threats like usman. Dricus is kind of both of those things.

[@ahamilton1189]

Idk I think cannonier is alot more controlled than this guy. Ddp is shot out of a cannon. I see little to no reservation in this dude

[@fuckbored4724]

They are both powerful switch hitters that like to kickbox. Cannonier might be more controlled, but that isn't always a good thing, and ddp has the td threat to go along with the above mentioned skills@@ahamilton1189

[@omarisawesome1996]

But sean can beat Canonier and got robbed.

[@fuckbored4724]

No to both of those things.@@omarisawesome1996

[@thaijitsu100]

The usman fight is irrelevant. That was ages ago. Completely different fighters now.

[@kryterz]

Best breakdowns in the game. Not even close. What I would be really interested in, is seeing what Stricklands heartrate sits at when he's plodding along walking people down. That plus the fact he is constantly sparring, he must feel comparatively relaxed compared to many other fighters.

[@maxmason1249]

i feel any fighter at the top level all feel the same during the fight it’s the before that is different i think. like cowboy for example he says he is sick before his fights but by time he is fighting id bet he is ina “fighting state” if you wanna call it that

[@0ooTheMAXXoo0]

Mentality in the cage is the biggest factor in who will win the fight. Almost no one has the mental aspects figured out. All fighters talk about this...

[@benhallo1553]

Good thought lol

[@mdc3227]

​@beaualoevv Noone expected that. Bad night for Izzy. Good night for Strickland. Dan isn't a seer. He doesn't get it right all the time.

[@kryterz]

@@beaualoevv And so did basically everyone. He's an analysts. Not a mystic, he used the information and evidence he had.

[@Ruminator]

That description of DDP having big puppy energy is bang on!!

[@razeenorrie2788]

Hands down the best channel when it comes to MMA/Boxing breakdown and analysis....bar none

[@SatoshiShintoMe]

MMA Guru gets bigger numbers.

[@Blast3rrProduction]

bigger numbers doesnt = best in the game@@SatoshiShintoMe

[@SatoshiShintoMe]

Guru is the new face off the UFC. Dan should reach out to him and try to save his career. Guru is HIM.@@Blast3rrProduction

[@mrc.p8423]

Mma guru? Fucks that?, he a fighter?

[@chudialexander3624]

@@SatoshiShintoMewtf? He’s not even close to Dan. What with his emotional, girly, butt hurt analysis.

[@thiskidsopinion]

I love how the more Dricus gasses, the better he does

[@justinsane1909]

Exactly!

[@fuckbored4724]

The way DDP moves reminds me of a mixture of Keith jardine and gaethje lol

[@Acepert]

Admit it Dan, Sean is growing on you! At first you didn’t like him, and then you realized he’s a good fighter but still said he’s just not fun to watch, but now you’re kinda rooting for him! Haha I love it. Thanks for these awesome breakdowns

[@JackRabbitSlimz1]

I've been waiting on this one! Love the breakdowns, thanks for all you do, Dan!

[@Kirkrrr]

I'm a fan of Sean Strickland, but I got DDP by stoppage in the 2nd round in this one. My hunch is that Du Plessis' conditioning in the 4th round is a moot point, and will continue to be for the best part of his career. Plus, I feel like DDP's blitzing is on a different level. The amount of ground he covers, the speed with which he covers it, and the precision and power of his shots as he's flying forward... it's just menacing. Very interesting fight, can't wait to see it

[@timjohnson3522]

Sean has been training for that blitz his whole camp. Seriously doubt he’s going to be bull rushed.

[@justinsane1909]

I’m think DdP stoppage too but maybe 4th rd if it goes distance prob either way imo.

[@NikoHL]

That won't happen. Shaun just batters RDP into submission.. Either Rd 3 or 4

[@Boogapikka]

Dan is a proper gentleman

[@Boogapikka]

@@beaualoevv literally the best combination 🤣

[@chainyrabbit]

Don't assume Dan's gender

[@Rojomanzana438]

Definitely an up dog

[@Tapepusher]

@@Rojomanzana438 nothing much

[@cjcj3145]

Thank you Dan, appreciate it mate.

[@rickrossi4468]

Great breakdown Dan. Always enjoy these! Hope and still

[@DarthBalsamic]

I enjoy and appreciate your breakdowns greatly. I think you're the best one on here breaking down fights. Cheers to you.

[@mosamakgoka1374]

DDP to shock the world again 🇿🇦🇿🇦

[@skobodabaws8946]

net so

[@Niel3214]

Hulle weet nie wat ons weet nie.

[@JerseyJersey100]

Possibly…but it won’t shock the world half as much as when Sean schooled Izzy

[@PhoenixMV]

Thanks for the breakdowns Dan! You give me most of the knowledge I have about the fight game!

[@rickyyb8369]

You rock Danny Boy...!!!!....love your game bruh..!!! Always delivering the goods ❤🎉

[@pixelpat5276]

Dan I love you! You are the best of the best for fight breakdowns and always wait for yours! 🙏

[@Zylo24]

Dan, keep up the great work lad. Seeing a new video on your channel ALWAYS brightens my day. Thank you for what you do!

[@CYMotorsport]

This is one where I 100% disagree but I'm really glad I heard your points. Notice after Alex, Sean walked into danger just a bit less. with the big punchers, he respects the space a lot more. and when he overstepped, he was immediately corrected vs a Pereira. Jared he was mindful, and Jared worked his legs much, much more. Izzy is not known for his "power" and I say that loosely of course. He's got plenty of it. But you know what I mean. DDP has finished everyone he's fought in the UFC so far except Brad. He's got the power. and what DDP also has in common with Sean's recent fights that he's lost is significant strike accuracy . Which lends itself to my next point about how effective his pressure is but anyone Sean fights with very good sig strike accuracy, or over 50% and has tested this against top 10 opponents, he has fewer answers in the fight. Despite what ppl seem to think, Izzy's % was under this threshold. Alex is 62%. Jared is 52%. DDP has an impressive 55% (UFCstats). I'm not seeing how Sean "bullies" Dricus when that's precisely where he wants the fight to go - phone booth brawling where he thrives. Sean is not more effective from the pocket - not compared to DDP atleast. His style depends on effective pressure being just that...effective. It requires his opponent to be off the back foot. Notice every time his opponent doesn't go off the back foot... Sean struggles. or sleeps. it's rare bc he's so gd good at it. But Dricus is yet another that IMO will happily meet him. much like Jared. Much like Alex. he can walk down Izzy who has a style that attacks you from range and breaks you down as come into range. without that, his boxing effectiveness is limited. Dricus may not have the left hand Alex does, but his power will be the difference. and the angles he throws from more specifically. Whittaker is a very good counter puncher - much like Sean. Look how effective that was. if you have to eat 2 shots to get off 1.5, those maths don't usually yield a win. Styles makes fights and imo, while I hear what you are saying, this is literally the worst kinda matchup for sean. I would argue sean is truly the better martial artist but he's made to order for Dricus. Much like how Sean was the perfect matchup to usurp Izzy's style. and Alex to izzy before him. I hope I'm wrong. bc it'll mean we learn ALOT about both guys. either way, it's going to be a banger that's for sure.

[@robertvazquez7806]

I always enjoy your fight assessments, they are well thought out and with a mixture of experience and a discerning eye. You pointed out certain aspects of each fighter that caused me to change my thoughts on the fight.

[@Stevoman123]

I feel like Dricus will not get tired, now that he's got his nose fixed. He didn't get tired in the Whittaker fight and that was a pretty high output battle. Also, not true he's never done a 5-rounder. He mentioned that he was a champ in some African promotion and has done loads of 5 rounders. Plus he trains at elevation so I think that will also factor in. I see him catching Strickland with his wild style in the first 3 rounds.

[@charlesbrown4483]

Dricus couldn't catch a cold. War Strickland sends your boy home in a plywood box.

[@johannesnel3533]

Round 1

[@Stevoman123]

@@charlesbrown4483Yeah like he's ever knocked anybody out

[@charlesbrown4483]

@@Stevoman123 11 people actually, genius😂

[@Stevoman123]

@@charlesbrown4483 well, 4 in the ufc, and you cannot compare dricus to the bottom feeders of the division or abus who just fucking gave up. i'm sure sean can win i just kinda see it going similar way as ngannou rozenstruik

[@nilsmonsenii5309]

As always, the best fight breakdown

[@pauljvan253]

Terrific breakdown, Dan. At different stages of this fight we can be sure to witness (In small increments) all what you have articulated. Thank you for sharing your wide spread knowledge and insight with us. Call it a gut-feel, but I believe DDP finds a way in.

[@karlstrausside107]

Hardly gut instinct, its highly likely

[@justinsane1909]

Yea I’m surprised he didn’t dig into ddp past fights, when he looks tired he hits another level but Sean can too. Should be epic!

[@chrisellingsen9677]

Love your breakdowns. Sean the enigma. Philly shell successfully adapted for mma. This match is exciting, love the high level animosity. DDP seems extremely strong and dangerous. Sean seems supremely fit with a very high pressure super frustrating style. I can see so many outcomes. I wouldn't bet on this unless it was just a few bucks between friends to increase the excitement.

[@Radjhitoocool]

Calling Sean an enigma is crazy. He’s got the simplest striking toolbox 😅

[@monkpato]

Dude, that's the enigma. Has the simplest tools but ultra refined and paired with incredible reflexes and focus so he can stifle someone like Adesanya.

[@mmaqube]

It's crazy how D'Sean landed so much in the head against elite strikers. @@Radjhitoocool

[@maikaimakena9424]

I really enjoy 😊 listening to you break down a fight. You are incredible brother ❤⚡️🤙👍👊✅👏👏👏

[@DemonInPain]

Best break down on YT baby

[@johnscustomsaws]

Dan you have the best breakdowns in the game no doubt... However I see it going different... Strickland by flying liver-hold rd2... mark my words 💯💯

[@marckenny3131]

Fantastic as always

[@josuejimenez6174]

Hell yeah this is a great breakdown. One thing no one really talks about is how good Sean’s hand fighting is. He’s a tricky guy.

[@Warpathjak]

Not against guys with good power the only power puncher besides dricus he's faced in forever his style got him slept by alex power shuts that style down

[@josuejimenez6174]

@@Warpathjak Alex is a much different kind of striker than dricus. Dricus style is very dependent on him over extending and moving forward. Alex caught Sean as he was coming forward with a left hook. Alex can do that all day to anyone he wants to. Dricus isn’t known for that and Sean’s parrying and defensive hand fighting is a lot harder to overcome when he’s closed the gap on you and he’s in your face. Dricus doesn’t fight in the pocket like Sean does and dricus gets hit way more than Sean does.

[@justinsane1909]

He’s defense is on another level the stats show it too. Dan called it shit prior to Izzy now, he’s underestimating ddp imo. I think Sean’s TD defense the real ? In this fight.

[@carlm.m.5470]

Good breakdown... fair and well mannered too.

[@ericjurgensen9233]

Hey I thought your analysis was the most brilliant of all the ones I've seen thus far! You did show a clear path for Strickland, assuming all things have been equal. I'm not sure if they are now because DDP had his nose operated on and he can stop breathing out of his mouth now. I have a feeling that's going to make a huge difference for him. Although it could throw off his rhythm of breathing and usual pace. I think this could be a huge factor in his energy and Going the Distance. He is the younger man and he is a physical specimen in phenomenal condition. I also like both these guys but I have to root for Strickland! I'd like to see him hold the belt a while longer. If he were to lose I won't be too disappointed because DDP is pretty cool I would love to see Strickland pound him though!

[@buzzardscry1383]

Where'd you get the shirt???? I have one from 2007, and I can't find a replacement for it.

[@steventheron3217]

All I'm hearing from Dan is the potential of how Strickland can beat DDP. Not really balanced.

[@TVee-nu2gb]

In fairness I'm convinced Strickland will blow this fight 😢 So I'm curious about what he can do to win instead

[@Andrew-dc2xj]

Bro your analysis is always clever and technical. Hey I reckon DDP could try and catch Strickland teep/front kick, drive him back and try ground and pound. I think Strickland leaves his leg out for long enough to grab when he kicks.

[@the36jmeable]

1. Duplexes not going to be skirting on the very much if any at all 1% chance he does it a little. And once again it will go completely different than what you're talking about. It's fun though. I get it big endorphin rush when you guys are all wrong. Lol😅 makes the win sweeter.

[@the36jmeable]

DDP it's going to knock them out or beat him around for round, it might look like Tony Ferguson and gajthe. Sean looking beat to crap but like Diaz still trying his best

[@richardhobin2813]

Nice. Love your elite insight!

[@frags6940]

Lovely little analysis Dan, let's not forget Till also reversed Dricus on the ground.

[@mornevermaas9663]

Then rolled over a few minutes there after as I recall? LargePuppy should've never been provoked. Lessons learned.

[@wadap0]

Awesome analysis Dan! I can't really root for either of these guys. That's probably the best way to enjoy the fight.

[@yiqiaowang9874]

11:06 this lines of analysis give me goosebumps. Best breakdowns in the game

[@Kevin-ll5vu]

Respect that you are giving sean his props

[@oggyoggy1299]

Haha! And props to you for giving respect for Dan’s prop providing prose. Fkn 🤡

[@topmarques]

Great summary! What you described makes common sense. If DDP doesn't tag Strickland early on he'll gas trying. DDP has an explosive/chaotic style but it has a cost and I don't buy the nose surgery argument. Who breathes through their nose when really pushed? DDP probably has a submission advantage but the stats say Strickland has negated this against previous opponents. I call a decision to Strickland as DDP only just hangs on by the end.

[@Njvghvvnn]

the nose surgery must not work because he still trains with mouth WIDE open and even if it worked.....it doesnt give him a good or great gas tank it would just make it not as big of an issue but nobody got a nose surgery and came out with Sean Stricklands cardio I think they forget dricus can still have a sub par gas tank even if his nose works. Especially the body type and style.

[@liamweinberg4902]

I don't think this fight is going five rounds. Either DDP stops him within 2 rounds or Sean gets a TKO in the 4th or 5th.

[@roycostilla3104]

Love your analysis ... next week once you're commenting on the new champion. Let's go bokke 🇿🇦

[@jasonsaleem552]

Thank you!

[@NightmareProject]

Dan Hardy is that you!? I didn't recognize you. Glad I found your channel. Entertaining as always, great analysis!

[@DaveyKos]

A must watch now are the Dan Hardy Breakdowns. MMA & Boxing, any combat sports really...dam I'd listen to Dan breaking down Black Sabbath and other metal and punk albums!!

[@RamiroBerumen510]

Great video Dan

[@mrmolloy]

Both men with incredible cardio but DDP has more weapons including wrestling, judo and submission threats. Sean so often goes the distance like Leon Edwards. They don’t put their foot on the gas and let their opponents into the fight. DDP is a finisher so it’s a dangerous game to play with him.

[@jordanzakery9296]

Not saying DDP can't win, but DDP hasn't showed us he has incredible cardio.

[@justinsane1909]

Yup

[@rodrigog4290]

another great breakdown

[@garypeter6645]

i cant wait to come back here after the fight and comment back laughing . ddp will do the same as he did with Rob

[@whocarescrapsa]

Reading these comments I was just thinking the same thing.

[@Puffdamgcdragon]

Very well presented. 👏👏👏

[@GDH490]

I’ve been waiting for this one

[@daniel.galata]

Why aren’t these on BT/TNT anymore? Enjoyed the access to the footage!

[@NinjaDildoShow]

*People have been talking about DDP being tired for years, but he still keeps winning.*

[@Kalama_Llama_King_Kong]

I am super excited for this fight.

[@the36jmeable]

Yep I feel confident let me say this shocking statement. After three rounds Sean will look worse than DDP,

[@HvLion]

My friends and I call the title fight of the underdogs. Because both these guys would be an underdog in a title fight with any other high level fighter in their weight class. Love this breakdown, keep up the good work!

[@draco2xx]

if you look back on the cannonier fight against strickland, cannonier and ddp has similar fighting style. it's a high chance strickland is going to get tko'd or submitted

[@kevjz5891]

You do know that Connonier won by split decision right...

[@socialmediaego]

@@kevjz5891 Because he was on his back foot all night. Sean will want to prove something aganist DDP and will push forward. He could easily get clipped like he did against Alex.

[@alex39977]

@@socialmediaego you cant really compare the way alex sets up his punches to ddp. On top of that Sean does way too much sparing to be all that emotional in the fight.

[@gizmoza]

@@kevjz5891and the one judge that went with Strickland was completely left field. Cannonier won that fight hands down.

[@quintonlarson5346]

What happened to the slo-mo screen features sir? Those were the best!

[@justinsane1909]

Love that both styles aren’t “traditional” but that’s why it’s MMA. I’m leaning towards DdP in the 4th. Feel like he’s an adjust on the fly, needs to be losing a little first type fighter. But also one of these newly evolved fighters that can bring whatever is needed to the table. Gonna depend on Sean’s TD defense too. Should be a banger!

[@kevinrichards7980]

The thing with ddp is if he is gassing, hes put enough pressure on his opponent with large puppy energy that they are also gassing themselves

[@mornevermaas9663]

Which fights exactly? Heavy breathing isn't "gassing" FYI.

[@redpilled9595]

Hardy not giving Dricus enough credit. I can see he has Sean on this one

[@charlesbrown4483]

Uh, yeah he literally said he's taking Stickland and explain the reasons why. This is a fight breakdown video. Are you lost?

[@bigsam5171]

This is one of the most exciting fights for a while in the UFC, could go either way really. If i had to make a prediction i think Strickland by late stoppage or decision

[@justinsane1909]

Ddp late stoppage or sean decision* 😉

[@joemcgee2918]

I love the way Strickland carries himself. I think he might get dominated if he can't keep it in boxing range. Not cheering for DDP but he is a monster at 85 with the physicality. War SS either way.

[@SwampOperator]

I dunno man Strickland does really good on the ground with anka.

[@Ibaneddie76]

Dan is by far the best at breaking down fights! This should be a really good fight, if it goes past 2 I think Sean takes it!

[@Datacorrupter234]

HYPED

[@Theodore_ML]

Why aren't you mentioning his Robert Whittaker fight where he dominated Whittaker from the start until the end. Because in that fight he looked a whole lot better, even the Brad Tavares fight where he had to make adjustments after Round 1 and completely dominated Tavares for the next 2 rounds, making the poor man leak so bad.

[@jimmyrodriguez5670]

He did mention it. And Dricus did not dominate from the start to the end. Whittaker was winning the first 4 minutes of round 1.

[@Enlightenment246]

@@jimmyrodriguez5670Please watch the fight again, DDP even took Rob down in the first round and if there was more time he would have finished him too.

[@mrfeelgood992]

Why is there no fight footage anymore? Copyright?

[@imaddictedtoyoutube4748]

Please bring back the inside the octagon format with past footage analysis, Dan. Thanks

[@dumpsterdiver2069]

“BIG puppy energy” 😂 Absolutely BRILLIANT and apropos analogy Dan! 👌

[@calebnewell5032]

You keep mentioning DDP’s fatigue in previous fights, but you fail to mention his deviated septum, even once. Maybe you weren’t aware? He got that surgery done and is now finally breathing through his nose. Knowing THAT bit of information certainly reflects quite differently on his cardio, since he was mouth breathing for the reference fights you mentioned, that he looked gassed in. He won’t have the same respiratory issues for this fight, so with the introduction of such a drastic variable change, the Brunson and Till fights aren’t nearly as good of reference points as you made them out to be. Contrastingly, the fact that he had that kind of output with a deviated septum should speak volumes for how insane his cardio must actually be.

[@wilfredsmith183]

And everyone forgets he trains at altitude.

[@Theodore_ML]

He doesn't mention his last fight after the surgery vs Whittaker, which showed a whole lot different DDP that no one has ever imagined.

[@dfawrtevfevwetetvwgw]

Well then by that same measure he should mention that whitakker was dealing with an injury but has never complained about them before because he's whittaker

[@calebnewell5032]

@@Theodore_ML Exactly. How are we calling this stuff out and Dan’s missing it? This breakdown comes off as dated info, in the DDP department. Idk if that’s his bias showing, or if he really just doesn’t know about the thing DC and Joe Rogan couldn’t stop bringing up every 2 minutes in those fights. Maybe he was watching those replays with the sound off, lol.

[@remedychef]

Great analysis. I preferred it over Bisping's. One unmentioned factor is DDPs recent nose operation. He was only getting 8% oxygen before. Not anymore. If Strickland wins I think at some point DDP comes back and captures the belt.

[@SwampOperator]

I believe that nose crap is a bunch of bullsht... dricus gasses because hes a big huge reckless guy. Will his cardio be better, sure.. but I just don't think it'll be a huge margin.

[@remedychef]

@@SwampOperator your observation may be considerably more important.

[@ADEOLADEEBO]

Dan have yourself and Mrs H got a prediction show dropping this week? Looking suave on the AJ Ngannou broadcast today 👍🏻

[@ib3948]

Wasn't DDP fighting with one nostril for most of his career. It's only the last fight, he founght post nose op. Think this is worth considering when it comes to his conditioning. We'll see

[@gizmoza]

Dan, big respect but the Till fight, he threw like 70 punches. I reckon you would also be tired after throwing 70 strikes.

[@justinfuzzyhat]

LET'S GO DESEAN

[@Rogan.Richeart]

Important question. Where did you get those shades? Leaving for vacay soon and need a pair.😂

[@rexsand1321]

16:15 Strickland has been training wrestling with Ankalaev for some time; there are training videos on KZbin. Ankalaev always says that Strickland is hard to take down, and he seems to be doing well in the training videos, but then again, Khamzat said he had no problem taking his back.

[@SwampOperator]

Khamzat takes backs like that because he's a 1 round threat. He usually gets it, but when he dont he's screwed. Sparring is not fighting.. You can wrestle and grapple 100 percent in sparring where it's usually not like that with striking. And even in hard sparring most people wear headgear. Also khamzat may be taking his back. But dont you think they were doing that for a reason.. you think sean might have learned a thing or two?? Dricus DuPlessis isn't khamzat. Dricus DuPlessis isn't poatan

[@rexsand1321]

@@SwampOperator "Also khamzat may be taking his back. But dont you think they were doing that for a reason.. you think sean might have learned a thing or two??" The reason I brought that up is because I assumed they trained MMA based on what Khamzat said, and I know both of these guys train like they fight. There's a reason why even Strickland's best friend, Curtis, doesn't sparr with him. My point with the comments is that I didn't know where Strickland's takedown defense was because no one wrestles at MW anymore (until recently). The last time his wrestling was tested before this fight was against Usman in WW in which he failed, but that doesn't mean anything because it was a long time ago against one of the best mma wrestlers. Anyway now way I know his TD is good, DDP was deep and unpredictable with some of those attempts, but he defended most of them, and he knows how to get up.

[@carlm.m.5470]

Constant forward pressure seems to be a commonality between many of the recent champions Khabib, Sean Strickland, *DDP, ...etc..

[@tcswag801]

I think we'll find out pretty quick if DDP has been working on his clinch

[@tsveno72]

Great shirt, Dan.

[@pathtospiritualpeace6603]

DDP will not hesitate to attack from the start and I see him trying to eliminate Sean in 1st round by TKO or knockout. He wants to showcase his ability to be fast on the mark and give Sean trouble of not expecting to be on the back foot which Sean wants to try and dictate with forward movement.

[@timjohnson3522]

Sean and his camp have been training for that blitz the whole camp. I doubt he gets caught.

[@InspectorSmeg]

The way DDP fights reminds me of a mix between a freshly caught sardine and a gift basket of bespoke cheeses and handmade preservatives.

[@lq615]

Strickland has that tiring combo of consistent pressure with quick reflex and counter strike, with perfect distance control mentally this is super wearing. DDP will have a few tricks to counter this, like shooting takedowns, grappling takedowns, DDP will disrupt this Phillly shell defence with leg kick and takedown feints

[@TheMisanthrope.]

G'wan Dan Hardy...shake it down for us dude

[@FitLawyerK]

DDP is either steamroll him early 1st or 2nd round, over the distance Sean definitely has a huge advantage

[@user-kf7ov2fi4h]

Ddp is not steamrolling sean, get real. Sean can brawl as well

[@FitLawyerK]

@@user-kf7ov2fi4h Sean’s chin isn’t infallible, a knockout is possible with DDP he had power, the ability to take him down is also there for DDP, DDP doesn’t have a long gas tank though, so yeah I stick to my statements

[@oggyoggy1299]

Yeah, one of them will probably win. Well done.

[@FitLawyerK]

@@oggyoggy1299 Yes

[@vasso7295]

Amazing how in most of DDP's fights that the commentators talk about DDP looking tired and then he smashes his opponents after that... DDP Summary of wins: 12 wins in Round 1 (majority by submission or KO/TKO) 5 wins in Round 2 (all by KO/TKO or stoppage) 2 wins in Round 3 (one by submission and one by KO/TKO) 1 win by Decision (round not specified) 2 losses, both in Round 3 by punches. DDP Summary of wins in UFC: 1 win in Round 1 by KO/TKO. 3 wins in Round 2 (2 by KO/TKO, 1 by stoppage). 1 win in Round 3 by submission. 1 win by Unanimous Decision after a full 3-round fight.

[@stevepypers3044]

Ddp the new mw champ for a very long time, they will try and analyse him for a long time and get it wrong every fight🔥🏆🇿🇦and team CIT

[@vc4961]

Ddp by ko, but god dam i want strickland to win

[@Wiadrozerca]

Funny that same thing got said about fight with Bobby, that He doesnt have a threat of being taken down after being there with Romero, Brunson and Vettori. Look how well that went. As much as I love your breakdowns when you watch this one you can feel lack of objectiveness because of how you feel about Strickland's unorthodox style.

[@ethiennereynecke7167]

Dan, you have been one of my favorite as a fighter and even more as an pundit and analysist. You know DDP is too much for Sean. Just be honest

[@GigiBalooba]

Dan the man!

[@ShadeViking7]

⚡💯

[@mcgyrus]

Strickland's lifestyle and his fighting style is a grown man walking down a teenager that can hurt you. Props to D'Sean.

[@TheBatosai]

GOFYSelf or DixksSean better yet

[@Ace_Jermaine]

Biggest recency bias I've ever heard in my life. Strickland use to be called the most boring fight style for a fighter that talks like he's a killer not too long ago. People forget too easily or just pretend it didn't happen.

[@Journeyman2585]

​@@TheBatosaiis that English? Wtf are you on about?

[@kreedsutherland4207]

​@@Ace_Jermaine you're right that a few months ago everyone said D'sean was boring but by god I always liked his fighting style. ❤️

[@Hello-gf2og]

Tf does this comment even mean lol

[@atmosrepair]

Also, it seems like Duplesis has to feel perfect in order to perform. Like the rolled ankle, then he said that he got a brain freeze from the cold water and was scared that he wouldnt be able to fight... so if he gets injured a bit, i want to see if he quits! Lets go SS!

[@JB2556]

Like your Thai Amulet Sir!😊

[@dawiek81]

"Thrived then fatigued" - yes. DDP trains at altitude in Pretoria

[@lanceduplessis791]

Best thing about this is the tshirt.

[@realrootswindsor6650]

Wheres the playback slow video????

[@nicokent9648]

No fight highlights? Seems a bit short

[@tjk355]

I think the x factor in this fight could be the Pereirra knockout. If Dricus can duplicate that power and timing, Sean is in trouble. However, I think Sean can figure Dricus out and out point him to a decision win.