UFC / MMA · Middleweight (185 lb) · Fighter Profile
Dricus du Plessis
"Stillknocks"
24-3-0
UFC Middleweight Champion
Bio
Former UFC middleweight champion from South Africa, famous for his awkward switch-stance pressure and relentless cardio. After losing the belt to Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 319, he rebounded with a decision win over Kamaru Usman in July 2026.
Tale of the Tape
| Record | 24-3-0 |
|---|---|
| Division | Middleweight (185 lb) |
| Status | Contender |
| Nickname | Stillknocks |
| Age | 32 |
| Nationality | South African |
| Height | 6'1" / 185cm |
| Reach | 76" / 193cm |
| Stance | Switch |
| Win methods | KO/TKO 9 · SUB 11 · DEC 4 |
Recent Form
WLW
Last 3: Kamaru Usman, Khamzat Chimaev, Sean Strickland
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