Height
6' 0"
Reach
76.0"
Stance
Orthodox
Age
32
"Stillknocks"
DRICUS DU PLESSIS
Height
6' 0"
Reach
76.0"
Stance
Orthodox
Age
32
Dricus du Plessis is a South African fighter representing Team CIT MMA within the middleweight class. Before transitioning to the professional ranks in 2013, he developed skills in kickboxing, judo, and wrestling. He eventually claimed championship titles across the KSW and EFC organizations. Upon entering the UFC, he successfully climbed the ladder by defeating elite opponents like Robert Whittaker, Israel Adesanya, and Sean Strickland. These efforts culminated in him securing the UFC Middleweight Championship.
He enters this competition carrying a professional mark of 23-3-0. His latest appearance inside the cage resulted in a unanimous decision loss against Khamzat Chimaev in August 2025. Prior to that setback, he enjoyed a streak of four consecutive victories, featuring wins over Sean Strickland, Israel Adesanya, and Robert Whittaker.