UFC 143: Diaz vs. Condit
UFC 143: Diaz vs. Condit

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UFC 143: Diaz vs. Condit

2012
Movie
177 min
English

UFC 143: Diaz vs. Condit was a mixed martial arts event held by the Ultimate Fighting Championship on February 4, 2012 at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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IMDb7.5/10
Director: UFCGenres: Combat Sports, Mixed Martial Arts

Plot Summary

UFC 143 was a highly anticipated mixed martial arts event that crowned an interim UFC Welterweight Champion. The main event featured a clash between the tenacious Stockton native Nick Diaz and the explosive "Natural Born Killer" Carlos Condit. The co-main event saw a welterweight bout between veteran Josh Koscheck and the rising Mike Pierce.

Critical Reception

UFC 143 was generally well-received by fans, primarily for the highly anticipated main event between two elite welterweights. While the fight itself was strategic, some fans expressed disappointment with the outcome and the perceived lack of action compared to their usual fighting styles. The event featured several notable performances on the undercard.

What Reviewers Say

  • Carlos Condit's tactical approach led to a victory, though some fans desired more aggression.

  • The event showcased a competitive welterweight division with notable performances.

  • The decision in the main event was debated among fans and analysts.

Google audience: Audience reception for UFC 143 was mixed, with many praising the skill displayed but expressing a desire for more definitive finishes and action from the main event fighters.

Awards & Accolades

Carlos Condit won the Interim UFC Welterweight Championship. The event featured notable preliminary bouts.

Fun Fact

Carlos Condit was originally scheduled to face Georges St-Pierre for the undisputed UFC Welterweight Championship, but an injury to St-Pierre led to this interim title bout.

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