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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.
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.
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)’.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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’.
Mitchell's Plain powerlifter crowned African continent’s champion
Coveted powerlifting professional Haroun Pietersen, 37, has done it again.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
‘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.
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.
Dricus 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.
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.
UFC 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.
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.