The first UFC pay-per-view card of 2024, UFC Vegas 297, took place at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. It was an event filled with exciting matchups and notable moments. Let's take a closer look at some of the winners and losers from the UFC 297 fight card.
In the main event, Dricus du Plessis faced off against Sean Strickland for the UFC middleweight championship. In a closely contested battle, du Plessis emerged victorious with a split decision win, capturing the 185-pound title. Strickland fought well throughout the fight, relying on his effective jab. However, du Plessis' aggression, pressure, and successful takedowns swayed the judges in his favor. It was a disappointing loss for Strickland, whose title reign ended without a successful defense.
