The UFC delivered a night of high-stakes action with UFC 312, featuring two title defenses that highlighted the technical skills of the champions. Dricus Du Plessis extended his winning streak by outlasting Sean Strickland in a grueling middleweight bout, while Zhang Weili displayed superior striking and defense to retain her strawweight championship against Tatiana Suarez.

Lightweight: Rongzhu vs. Kody Steele

Result: Rongzhu defeats Steele by unanimous decision Grade: A-

Rongzhu and Steele delivered a high-octane match filled with striking exchanges. Rongzhu's precision striking and ability to maintain pressure solidified his win, showcasing his evolution as a fighter.

Strawweight: Zhang Weili vs. Tatiana Suarez

Result: Zhang defeats Suarez by unanimous decision Grade: B

Zhang dominated the fight with superior takedown defense and striking, outclassing Suarez across all rounds. Her technical mastery was evident, reinforcing her position atop the strawweight division.

Middleweight: Dricus Du Plessis vs. Sean Strickland

Result: Du Plessis defeats Strickland by unanimous decision Grade: C

Despite a lack of drama, Du Plessis controlled the fight with awkward angles and consistent striking. Strickland struggled to find answers, leading to a decisive victory for the champion.

Light Heavyweight: Jimmy Crute vs. Rodolfo Bellato

Result: Crute and Bellato ends in majority draw Grade: C-

After an initial surge by Crute, the fight lost momentum. Both fighters showed resilience but failed to capitalize, resulting in a draw that left fans wanting more.