VIDEO: UFC champion Dricus du Plessis has heartwarming moment with SA fan
The Middleweight champion is still as humble as ever!
In February 2024, SA-born and bred Dricus du Plessis made his country proud when he defeated Sean Strickland at UFC 297.
With a nickname like 'Stillknocks', it's no surprise that he made history by winning this fight and has remained unbeaten in the UFC since his series debut in October 2020.
Now he's ready to take on Israel Adesanya at UFC 305 on Sunday, where Du Plessis will defend his current middleweight champion title against his rival.
The fight will take place in Perth, Australia.
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While he might seem big and scary, those who know du Plessis will tell you what a kindhearted and friendly guy he is.
There are those that are completely changed by fame.
But not Dricus.
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He might be one of the most famous fighters and athletes in the world, but he is still very connected to his roots and has not forgotten where he came from.
The Pretoria local is often spotted in public and you might even find him having some good-natured fun with Springbok legends like Victor Matfield.
Another video of the fighter has gone viral and for very good reason.
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A petrol attendant has shared a video on X that shows Dricus shopping at the petrol station and chatting to the employees.
Watch the video here:
@GaytonMcK @dricusduplessis @ufc @CityTshwane @dailysunsa,@ToyotaSA @jacarandafm this is my true African champ, a world champ with a heart of a champion, i will see you my friend when you come back, I want to hold the title when we meet again😅, Proud of you brother, pic.twitter.com/5PM1sX7sQg
— Emmanuel (@Emmanuel1769289) July 31, 2024
It's always heartwarming to see celebs interacting with fans.
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