Dricus du Plessis has the added motivation of fighting for his country – literally as he aims to bring the UFC to South Africa.
Dricus du Plessis takes on Israel Adesanya for the UFC middleweight championship at UFC 305 in Australia.
Now, he has the opportunity to bring the titanic sport to SA if he is able to beat Adesanya on Sunday morning (04:00 SA time).
DANA WHITE PROMISES SA UFC IF DRICUS WINS
As if Dricus needed any more motivation or the fight needed anymore anticipation…
So, UFC boss, Dana White has hinted at the UFC coming to South Africa. Additionally, he confirmed that the titanic showdown between du Plessis and Adesanya
“Obviously, this fight that is going to happen in Australia will determine our trip to Africa,” White told the press in London this weekend,” UFC boss Dana White stated on SABCSport.
“I know everyone doesn’t want to count South Africa as Africa, but I do. So, more than likely, our first fight in Africa will be in South Africa,” White added.
Therefore, his belt, both mens unbeaten streaks and history are all at stake in Australia.
SPRINGBOKS AND ‘STILKNOX’ DOUBLE-HEADER IN AUSTRALIA
The Springboks take on Australia on Saturday morning.
Kick-off is at 6:30 SA time, as confirmed on The South African. Thereafter, just under 24 hours later, du Plessis will defend his title against Adesanya. As mentioned, the bout starts at 04:00 on Sunday morning.
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