Dricus du Plessis News
Khamzat Chimaev says champion Dricus du Plessis is a "bad version of me" ahead of middleweight return
Curtis Calhoun - September 18, 2024
UFC middleweight contender Khamzat Chimaev believes Dricus du Plessis’s best fighting days are behind him, despite pulling off arguably the biggest win of his career. Chimaev will face former UFC middleweight champion Robert Whittaker in the UFC 308 co-main event next month. The middleweight matchup comes after Chimaev withdrew from their previously scheduled fight earlier this year at UFC Saudi Arabia due to illness.
Dricus du Plessis rages at Alex Pereira for calling him a "scared clown" over fight talks
Curtis Calhoun - September 16, 2024
Tensions are intensifying between UFC champions Dricus du Plessis and Alex Pereira ahead of a potential high-stakes super fight. Du Plessis is fresh off a triumphant first title defense against Israel Adesanya at UFC 305. He’ll likely face Sean Strickland for his next title defense, although the UFC has yet to announce the booking formally.
Robert Whittaker details "Superpower" Dricus du Plessis uses to fuel his UFC success
Curtis Calhoun - September 6, 2024
Former UFC middleweight champion Robert Whittaker believes one aspect of Dricus du Plessis’s skillset has fueled his rise to the world title. Whittaker will face the undefeated Khamzat Chimaev in the UFC 308 co-main event on October 26th in Abu Dhabi. The card is headlined by a UFC featherweight title clash between Ilia Topuria and Max Holloway.
Chael Sonnen claims Alex Pereira was “not sincere” with his callout of Dricus du Plessis: “The play here was a final nail in the coffin of his rivalry with Adesanya”
Harry Kettle - September 6, 2024
MMA analyst Chael Sonnen doesn’t believe Alex Pereira was being sincere when he challenged Dricus du Plessis recently. As we know, Alex Pereira is easily one of the biggest names in mixed martial arts. He also happens to be one of the most successful, too. He has won world titles in two weight classes in the UFC, and he is the current king of the light heavyweight division.
UFC CEO Dana White reacts to Alex Pereira’s callout of Dricus du Plessis: “That’s why people love him”
Harry Kettle - September 4, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White has given his thoughts on Alex Pereira opting to call out Dricus du Plessis. In the eyes of many, Alex Pereira is one of the most exciting fighters on the planet right now. In addition to winning world titles in two weight classes, he appears ready and willing to take on just about anyone. Even at middleweight, he’s entertaining the idea of going back down to battle Dricus du Plessis.
Alex Pereira doubles down on middleweight return vs. Dricus du Plessis: "Bring your will"
Curtis Calhoun - September 3, 2024
UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira didn’t take long to respond to Dricus du Plessis’s latest taunts on social media about a potential fight. Pereira will defend the UFC light heavyweight title against Khalil Rountree Jr. at UFC 307 in Salt Lake City. He returns to the Octagon after successful defenses against Jamahal Hill and Jiří Procházka in 2024.
Dricus du Plessis disses Alex Pereira and Sean Strickland following UFC middleweight title callout
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 3, 2024
Dricus du Plessis has fired a shot at UFC Light Heavyweight Champion, Alex Pereira, after hinting at moving back down in weight. “Stillknocks” is the current UFC Middleweight Champion, fresh off a successful title defense against Israel Adesanya. Recently, Pereira expressed his belief that “Izzy” may have been injured in that title fight. Adesanya responded by admitting that “Poatan” knows his tendencies inside the Octagon all too well.
Coach explains why Israel Adesanya’s defeat to Sean Strickland is a tougher pill to swallow than loss to Dricus du Plessis: “The Strickland loss, he’ll never get over”
Harry Kettle - August 29, 2024
Eugene Bareman has explained why Israel Adesanya’s loss to Sean Strickland stings more than his defeat at the hands of Dricus du Plessis. As we know, Israel Adesanya is one of the best fighters of his generation. He’s also one of the greatest middleweights of all time. Unfortunately, in his bid to claim the UFC middleweight title for a third time, he fell short.
Jiri Prochazka has his sights set on UFC middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis: “I’ll clear things up a bit there and take the belt”
Harry Kettle - August 26, 2024
Jiri Prochazka has made it known that he’d be interested in squaring off with UFC middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis. As we know, Jiri Prochazka is a pretty unique individual. The former UFC light heavyweight king has a unique style, from his actual fighting approach to how he trains and beyond. In a general sense, he also has a pretty fascinating personality. In the eyes of fans, he’s one of the most exciting competitors out there – especially in the heavier weight classes.
Caio Borralho predicts potential Dricus du Plessis vs. Sean Strickland rematch: "I’m not betting on the next one"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 25, 2024
Rising UFC middleweight contender Caio Borralho has shared his pick for a potential rematch between 185-pound champion Dricus du Plessis and Sean Strickland. Borralho has emerged as a top middleweight after nearly finishing Jared Cannonier in the main event of UFC Vegas 96. Caio proved his worth with an exciting scrap against Cannonier that earned “Fight of the Night” honors. Borralho scored the unanimous decision victory, and now he’ll wait to see how things play out at the top of the heap at 185 pounds.
Alex Pereira wonders if Israel Adesanya was injured in loss to Dricus du Plessis
Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 25, 2024
UFC Light Heavyweight Champion, Alex Pereira, wonders if Israel Adesanya fought Dricus du Plessis with an injury. Adesanya challenged du Plessis for the UFC Middleweight Championship in Perth, Australia in the UFC 305 headliner. The two had an exciting title fight that went to the championship rounds.
Sean Strickland's coach highlights area where they can "create some havoc" in Dricus Du Plessis rematch
Chris Taylor - August 24, 2024
Eric Nicksick, the head coach of Sean Strickland, believes there is one area they can “create some havoc” in a rematch with Dricus Du Plessis. Du Plessis (22-2 MMA) successfully defended his middleweight title for the first time at last weekend’s UFC 305 event, scoring a fourth-round submission victory over former champion Israel Adesanya (see that here).
Joe Rogan wants to see the UFC book Alex Pereira vs. Dricus du Plessis: “I’ll fly to the moon to commentate that fight”
Harry Kettle - August 22, 2024
UFC commentator Joe Rogan wants to see the promotion book Alex Pereira vs Dricus du Plessis in a champion vs champion superfight. As we know, Dricus du Plessis is the undisputed UFC middleweight champion. He was able to climb to the top of the mountain by defeating Sean Strickland for the belt earlier this year. Then, last weekend, he submitted Israel Adesanya in the fourth round of their UFC 305 main event to remain champion.
Robert Whittaker claims he now knows what he "needs to do to beat" Dricus Du Plessis after UFC 305
Cole Shelton - August 21, 2024
Robert Whittaker believes he has the blueprint to beating Dricus Du Plessis after UFC 305. Whittaker and Du Plessis fought back in July of 2023 at UFC 290 and it was the South African who won by second-round stoppage. Since then, Whittaker has won back-to-back fights while Du Plessis has become the middleweight champion and coming off a submission win over Israel Adesanya to defend his belt for the first time.
Meet Roberto Soldic: The man who Dricus du Plessis doesn't want you to know about
BJPENN.COM Staff - August 21, 2024
Dricus du Plessis made waves after going on a 9-fight undefeated run that culminated with him defending his UFC Middleweight World Title against Israel Adesanya at UFC 305 this past weekend. But he has unfinished business with an old tormentor, and that man goes by the name of Roberto Soldic.
Tom Aspinall praises Dricus du Plessis following UFC 305 victory
Harry Kettle - August 20, 2024
UFC interim heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall has praised Dricus du Plessis following his triumph over Israel Adesanya at UFC 305. In the main event of UFC 305, Dricus du Plessis put on a real show. Alongside Israel Adesanya, these two were able to put forward a fantastic contest as they battled it out over the UFC middleweight championship.
Kamaru Usman welcomes Dricus du Plessis into the "Four African horsemen" after UFC 305 victory
Curtis Calhoun - August 20, 2024
Former UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman, a prominent member of the self-described ‘Three African Kings’, is willing to make room for Dricus du Plessis. Du Plessis tapped out Israel Adesanya in the UFC 305 main event last Saturday in Perth, Australia. In his first middleweight title defense, du Plessis withstood a striking barrage from Adesanya to retain the belt in a gutsy fashion.
Israel Adesanya says he’s not friends with Dricus du Plessis but doesn’t think he’s a bad person: “We’re cool, and I respect him”
Harry Kettle - August 20, 2024
UFC legend Israel Adesanya has said that while he isn’t friends with Dricus du Plessis, he certainly respects him. Last weekend, Israel Adesanya failed in his attempt to capture the UFC middleweight championship for the third time. He lost to Dricus du Plessis, suffering a fourth round submission defeat at UFC 305. After the bout, though, it seemed as if the two men buried the hatchet following what seemed to be a bitter feud heading into the contest.