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Financial, venue issues KO's plans for Dricus du Plessis' title defence on home soil

Dricus du Plessis, the reigning UFC middleweight champion, faced significant financial and venue challenges that prevented him from defending his title on home soil after the sanctioning body opted to stage the bout in Chicago, USA

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Herman Gibbs|Published

Watch VideoUFC 319: Dricus du Plessis set to defend title against Khamzat Chimaev

Dricus du Plessis is set to defend his UFC middleweight title against Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 319 in Chicago on August 16.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoIs the age of domination by Dricus du Plessis in the UFC just getting started?

Having just celebrated his 31st birthday last month, Dricus Du Plessis could remain at the top of the UFC for at least another few years.

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Michael Sherman|Published

COLUMN | Nou weet ons wat Dricus du Plessis weet: he’s a great fighter, but loves Trump, Musk attention

Dricus du Plessis’ political views rub many people up the wrong way, and he was at it again in the build-up to last week’s bout by wearing a ‘Trump prefers champions’ T-shirt.

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Ashfak Mohamed|Published

Your ultimate guide to MMA after Dricus du Plessis' UFC triumph against Sean Strickland

South African UFC champion Dricus du Plessis has done much to popularised Mixed Martial Arts, but did you know that the rules of the game outlaw biting, spitting, or striking your opponent on the back of the head?

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Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

Watch Video‘I can’t believe you got uglier!’ Dricus du Plessis tells Sean Strickland after broken nose

After the fight, the pair of Dricus du Plessis and Sean Strickland seemed to leave their battle mindsets behind and instead shared in a bit of banter.

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Michael Sherman|Published

UFC glory and R40 million: Dricus du Plessis’ reported earnings after Sean Strickland fight

South Africa's UFC champion Dircus du Plessis is laughing all the way to the bank after reportedly earning a whopping  $2. 14 million (R40 million) after his successful title defence against Sean Strickland in Australia on Sunday.

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Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

Watch VideoWhy do we put sportspeople like Dricus du Plessis on a pedestal?

Should the political views of Dricus du Plessis, which seemingly align with US President Donald Trump, be considered separately from his exploits in the octagon?

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Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoYou have gone mad SA! Support Dricus du Plessis, says Gayton McKenzie

The SA minister of Sport Gayton McKenzie said Dricus du Plessis still deserves the support of the Rainbow Nation, despite his affiliation with US President Donald Trump.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoWhere was the SA flag? The curious case of Dricus du Plessis, Dana White, UFC, Donald Trump and our flag

Dricus du Plessis' impressive victory at UFC 312 was marred by the absence of the South African flag during the interviews, raising questions about the UFC's and potential political influences.

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John Goliath|Published

Watch VideoDricus du Plessis calls out Alex Pereira after UFC 312 domination of Sean Strickland

Dricus Du Plessis successfully defends his UFC Middleweight title against Sean Strickland and sets his sights on Light Heavyweight champion Alex Pereira.

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Julian Kiewietz|Published

Watch VideoDricus du Plessis makes light work of Sean Strickland to retain UFC middleweight title

Dricus du Plessis successfully defended his UFC middleweight title against Sean Strickland in a dominant performance at UFC 312 in Sydney.

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Watch VideoDricus du Plessis vs Sean Strickland: A clash of fighting styles at UFC 312

As Dricus Du Plessis's explosive power faces Sean Strickland's technical prowess, fight fans are in for a thrilling encounter.

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John Goliath|Published

Watch VideoDricus du Plessis vs Sean Strickland: Donald Trump love more than just UFC 312 sideshow

Explore how MMA fighters like Sean Strickland and Dricus du Plessis intertwine their political beliefs with their sporting careers, particularly their support for Donald Trump.

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John Goliath|Updated

SA’s weekend triple-header sports spectacular

The action kicks off at the Cape Town Stadium, where fierce rivals the Stormers and Bulls clash in the United Rugby Championship.

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Zaahier Adams|Published

Super Saturday: A packed day of South African sporting action

From a fierce North-South rugby derby to a championship-deciding football clash, followed by explosive SA20 cricket action and topped off with a UFC title defence, this Saturday promises to be an unforgettable day for South African sports fans. Olympic champion Tatyana Smith shares her thoughts on this action-packed weekend.

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Zaahier Adams|Published

Dricus du Plessis ‘looking for that knockout from the word go’ against Sean Strickland at UFC 312

Dricus du Plessis acknowledged Sean Strickland’s toughness ahead of Sunday’s UFC 312 middleweight title bout in Sydney, having gone the distance against the American in Toronto.

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Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Why Dricus du Plessis’ support of Trump, Musk has left South African sports fans out in the cold. . . again

As Dricus du Plessis makes headlines with his controversial Donald Trump endorsement, we unpack the broader impact of sports heroes who disappoint their fans.

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Morgan Bolton|Published

Watch VideoSouth Africa's UFC champion Dricus du Plessis weighs in on GOAT debate, includes Conor McGregor

South Africa's UFC middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis has lauded Conor McGregor's influence on mixed martial arts, hailing him as one of the all-time greats in the sport. But he has also caused a stir by wearing a T-shirt that caused offence.

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Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

Watch VideoNo DNA, just RSA . . . Should South Africa still get behind Donald Trump supporter Dricus du Plessis?

Dricus du Plessis may have trouble keeping all his fans after he voiced his support for US President Donald Trump and his anti-SA stance.

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Michael Sherman|Published

UFC champion Dricus du Plessis: I would have preferred Khamzat Chimaev fight

UFC Middleweight Champion Dricus du Plessis openly expresses his preference for fighting Khamzat Chimaev over Sean Strickland in his upcoming title defence at UFC 312, despite showing mutual respect for his scheduled opponent.

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Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Mzansi reacts to Dricus du Plessis’ Trump supporter antics at UFC

South African UFC Champion Dricus du Plessis has sparked controversy by wearing a pro-Trump t-shirt at a Sydney press conference, amid growing tensions between South Africa and the US over land reform. The champion's choice of attire has drawn criticism from South African fans, with many expressing disappointment over his political statement.

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IOL Reporter|Published

Dricus du Plessis insists ‘I’m a completely different fighter’ for Sean Strickland UFC 312 rematch

South African world champion Dricus du Plessis says that his UFC 312 title bout against Sean Strickland in Sydney on Sunday ‘won’t be going to the fifth (round)’.

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Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Dricus du Plessis supports Donald Trump and Elon Musk at UFC 312 Media Day

Dricus du Plessis sparks controversy at UFC 312 Media Day by supporting Trump and Musk's remarks on South Africa, risking his local backing ahead of his title defence.

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Ongama Gcwabe|Published

Watch VideoUFC 312 | Dricus du Plessis: Sean Strickland isn't serious about fighting to the death

Dricus du Plessis criticises Sean Strickland's defensive fighting style as boring and prioritises an aggressive approach in their upcoming rematch at UFC 312.

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Yolande Du Preez|Published