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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.

Sport MMA
Ashfak Mohamed|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.

Sport MMA
Ongama Gcwabe|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)’.

Sport MMA
Ongama Gcwabe|Published

KZN fighters shine at WAKO African Continental Kickboxing Championship

Three KwaZulu-Natal fighters represented South Africa at the WAKO African Continental Kickboxing Championship, achieving remarkable success with gold, silver and bronze medals

Mercury News
Karen Singh|Published

Teenager athlete draws lessons from karate and wins gold at Commonwealth Championship

At just 16, Nyska Jagasur has made waves in the karate world, securing the Commonwealth Cup Junior Female Kumite title and demonstrating remarkable resilience and dedication.

Daily News News
Phindile Nqumako|Published

No DNA just RSA: Dricus Du Plessis wins International Fighter of Year at the MMA Awards

Dricus du Plessis has had an outstanding year in the Octagon, capturing the title with a  split-decision victory over Sean Strickland at UFC 297 in Toronto earlier this year.

Sport MMA
Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

MMA star McGregor ordered to pay legal costs in rape case

MMA star Conor McGregor has been ordered by a Dublin court to pay the legal costs of a woman who won a civil action last month against him over a rape allegation.

Sport MMA
Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

India’s Pranay Sharma triumphs with triple gold at Commonwealth Karate Championships 2024

Pranay Sharma, 21, showcases his exceptional talent by winning three gold medals at the Commonwealth Karate Championships in Durban, solidifying his status as a rising star in the sport.

Daily News News
Phindile Nqumako|Published

Cartmell ‘surprised’ by Machavane decision at EFC 119

Since the event, EFC fans have taken to social media to vent their frustration, saying Terence Balelo had been robbed, while some were happy for Edson Machavane.

Cape Argus Sport
Julian Kiewietz|Published

Kiara Fegen ‘overwhelmed with joy’ after turning bronze into gold at IMMAF world championships

Since claiming a bronze medal in Albania last year, Kiara Fegen has been fixated on making this right – and today, she can proudly ‘tick that golden box’.

Cape Argus Sport
Julian Kiewietz|Published

Mitchell's Plain powerlifter crowned African continent’s champion

Coveted powerlifting professional Haroun Pietersen, 37, has done it again.

Cape Argus News
Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

Francis Ngannou leads PFL’s major African MMA expansion plans

Following the recent buzz around the UFC’s first trip to Africa, superstar Francis Ngannou has revealed that PFL Africa is also set to be rolled out next year.

Cape Argus Sport
Julian Kiewietz|Published

Durban gears up for Commonwealth Karate Championships

Durban has been chosen as the host city for the 11th Commonwealth Karate Championships in 2024, promising an exciting showcase of top karate talent.

Daily News News
Phindile Nqumako|Published

Springboks Elton Jantjies and Lionel Mapoe set for boxing showdown in Durban charity event

Elton Jantjies will fight former Springboks and Lions teammate Lionel Mapoe in a charity MMA and boxing event in Durban next month.

Sport MMA
Lunga Biyela|Published

Themba Gorimbo secures fourth-straight UFC win in welterweight division

Themba Gorimbo of Zimbabwe earned his fourth straight win via unanimous decision after dominating USA’s mixed martial arts veteran Niko Price.

Sport MMA
Julian Kiewietz|Published

Gayton McKenzie hints at FNB Stadium as possible venue for UFC MMA event

Before Dricus du Plessis defended his UFC title against Israel Adesanya in Perth in August, Dana White said if the South African won his fight, his next title defence would be at home.

Cape Argus Sport
Julian Kiewietz|Published

Cape Town pushing hard to host UFC Africa event

In an exclusive interview with Independent Media and MzansiMMA, executive mayor of Cape Town Geordin Hill-Lewis stated that plans are afoot to try to get the Ultimate Fighting Championship to Cape Town.

Cape Times Sport
Julian Kiewietz|Published

Cameron Saaiman ‘hates losing’, will be patient in MMA comeback from injury

After back-to-back losses, Pretoria-based MMA star Cameron Saaiman has learnt some valuable lessons, and is determined to work his way back into the octagon next year.

Cape Argus Sport
Julian Kiewietz|Published

Cronje neutralises February’s attacks to take middleweight title

Thaiholics Fight Promotions hosted its inaugural instalment of Daybreak, a tournament series focusing on the upcoming amateur fighters in and around Cape Town.

Cape Times Sport
Julian Kiewietz|Published

‘Day Break’ for Thaiholics Fight Promotion Muay Thai in Cape Town

The Thaiholics Fight Promotion has played an important role in galvanising the “art of eight limbs” scene in SA, constantly offering high-level productions and platforms for athletes.

Cape Argus Sport
Julian Kiewietz|Published

Gayton McKenzie plans to invite openly racist Ryan Garcia to SA for Dricus du Plessis’ next fight

Last month American boxer Ryan Garcia was expelled by the World Boxing Council for using racial slurs against black people on social media.

Sport MMA
Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

Watch VideoDricus willing to step up in weight to fight Pereira

Dricus du Plessis’ head coach, Morne Visser, echoed his champion’s sentiments surrounding a potential fight with current UFC light-heavyweight champion Alex Pereira and wants a fight as soon as December.

The Star Sport
Julian Kiewietz|Published

Three cheers for SA’s champs: Boks, Dricus, Proteas sporting victories make it a trifecta

South Africans celebrated a remarkable weekend of sporting successes, achieving victories across three major sports. The nation triumphed in rugby, cricket and mixed martial arts, showcasing its athletic prowess on the global stage.

Cape Argus Sport
Julian Kiewietz|Published

Watch VideoUFC light-heavyweight champ Pereira now also wants a piece of Dricus

South Africa’s UFC middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis hardly had time to celebrate his emphatic win over former champion Israel Adesanya before becoming a marked man, once again.

The Star Sport
Staff Reporter|Published

Dricus feels Whittaker deserves a crack at his title

Dricus du Plessis did not mince his words when sharing his thoughts on who he felt was next in line for a shot at his middleweight title after overcoming one of the greatest athletes at UFC 305 yesterday.

Cape Times Sport
Julian Kiewietz|Published