Siya Kolisi leaves heartwarming message for MMA star Dricus du Plessis
Dricus 'Stillknocks' du Plessis will go head-to-head with Sean Strickland next week.
MMA star Dricus du Plessis, also known as 'Stillknocks', is set to go head-to-head with opponent Sean Strickland in the highly-anticipated UFC fight for the middleweight title belt.
The match will take place on Saturday, 20 January, at 10 pm, at the Scotiabank Arena in Canada.
According to The Citizen, South Africans will be able to watch the match at 5am on Sunday, 21 January, live on SuperSport due to the seven-hour time zone difference between Canada and South Africa.
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In support of Du Plessis and the highly-anticipated match, Springbok captain Siya Kolisi left the UFC star a heartwarming message wishing him all the best.
Kolisi shared the video on Instagram, highlighting Stillknock's immense support for the Springboks during the Rugby World Cup in 2023.
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"Dricus, my friend, all the best for the match against Strickland. I know the country is going to be behind you, and you have all our support as Africa because the way you supported us in the Rugby World Cup was really amazing, so I just want to wish you everything of the best," he said.
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He added: "I am looking forward to seeing the match on SuperSport, and for the first time, there will be an English, Afrikaans, and isiXhosa commentary.
"Dricus, once again, we have seen your hard work. This is a great opportunity for you, not just you but for the whole of South Africa, to have their first UFC champion. So, walk out there confident like you always do and give your best…"
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