Dricus Du Plessis is pumped up to face Israel Adesanya-"Looks like someone wants another beating in AUS"

The MMA world is abuzz with anticipation as Dricus Du Plessis prepares to face off against the formidable Israel “The Last Style Bender” Adesanya. The stakes are high, the tension palpable, and fight fans are in for a treat.

After capturing the middleweight title from Sean Strickland, Du Plessis wasted no time in calling out Adesanya. The South African champion’s confidence is unwavering, and he’s ready to prove himself against one of the best in the business.

Dricus Du Plessis is all ready to face Israel Adesanya. 👊🔥#UFC #MMA pic.twitter.com/xYSgph7B4S
— Sportskeeda MMA (@sportskeedaMMA) April 3, 2024

Israel Adesanya’s Response to Dricus Du Plessis’ comments

Adesanya, never one to back down from a challenge, accepted the call-out. The reigning UFC middleweight champion has faced elite competition and emerged victorious. But Du Plessis brings a different energy—a raw hunger and a desire to etch his name in history.

Unfortunately, Du Plessis had to decline the fight at UFC 300 due to a leg injury sustained during his battle with Strickland. The champion’s health takes precedence, and he wasn’t about to defend his title while compromised. But the fire still burns within him.

Du Plessis suggests a unique twist: why not fight in Africa? Adesanya had previously expressed interest in competing on African soil. The prospect of a UFC Africa event excites fans, and Du Plessis wants to make it happen. “Let’s make UFC Africa,” he declares. “Fighting Israel Adesanya on African and South African soil—that’s the dream.”

Dricus Du Plessis, known for his knockout power and relentless aggression, faces Adesanya, a master of striking and precision. The clash of styles promises fireworks. Will Du Plessis’s raw power overcome Adesanya’s finesse? Only time will tell.

As the calendar inches closer to the potential showdown, fight enthusiasts hold their breath. Dricus Du Plessis vs. Adesanya—a collision of worlds, a battle for supremacy. Whether it’s in Australia, Africa, or anywhere else, this matchup transcends borders.