Dricus Du Plessis, a seasoned mixed martial artist, has amassed an impressive record of 23 wins, 3 losses, and 0 draws. Competing primarily in the middleweight division at 185 lbs., he stands tall at 6' 1' with a reach of 76'. In the UFC, Du Plessis has demonstrated remarkable resilience, boasting a record of 9 wins, 1 loss. His fighting style is versatile, showcasing an average of 5.18 significant strikes per minute and a striking accuracy of 48%. He absorbs an average of 4.33 strikes per minute, with a strike defense rate of 52%. Du Plessis has held notable victories over high-profile opponents such as Robert Whittaker, Israel Adesanya, and Sean Strickland. His most significant triumph was against Whittaker, who holds an ELO rating of 1183. In his recent fights, he won against Robert Whittaker via KO/TKO punches in July 2023, defeated Sean Strickland twice, once by submission rear naked choke and another by unanimous decision, and lost to Khamzat Chimaev via unanimous decision in August 2025.