DRICUS DU PLESSIS

Hailing from South Africa, Dricus du Plessis competes in the middleweight class while training with Team CIT MMA. The orthodox fighter previously captured titles within the KSW and EFC organizations before finding success in the UFC. As a former middleweight champion, he holds the distinction of being the first athlete from his nation to secure a belt in this promotion. His technical foundation incorporates wrestling, judo, and kickboxing skills, which he pairs with a high-pressure approach to striking.

Entering this contest, the South African holds an overall professional record of twenty-four victories and three defeats. He most recently earned a unanimous decision against Kamaru Usman in July 2026. Prior to that, he experienced a unanimous decision loss to Khamzat Chimaev. His earlier 2025 performance saw a decision victory over Sean Strickland.