After being counted out by many, Dricus Du Plessis shocked the world by winning the UFC 305 fight against Israel Adesanya. With a strategic game plan and incredible heart, Du Plessis proved that he was not someone to be underestimated. He also took the opportunity to call out former UFC fighter Brendan Schaub, who had predicted Adesanya's easy win against him, with a tweet that quickly went viral.
Dricus Du Plessis Stuns World with Victory over Israel Adesanya at UFC 305
In a stunning upset, Dricus Du Plessis emerged victorious in his UFC 305 bout against the heavily favored Israel Adesanya. Having been dismissed by many as an underdog, Du Plessis defied expectations with a masterful performance.
The Lead-Up to the Fight
Prior to the fight, Adesanya was widely regarded as the superior fighter. He held the UFC Middleweight Championship and had an impressive undefeated record. Du Plessis, on the other hand, was a relative newcomer to the UFC, with only a few fights under his belt.
However, Du Plessis had been quietly honing his skills and improving his game plan. He believed that he had the tools to defeat Adesanya and was determined to prove himself on the biggest stage.
The Fight Night
The fight began with Adesanya as the aggressor, but Du Plessis quickly showed his resilience. He weathered Adesanya's early onslaught and began to implement his own game plan.
Du Plessis's strategy involved using his superior grappling skills to take Adesanya to the ground. He repeatedly took down the champion and landed damaging ground strikes. Adesanya, known for his striking prowess, was unable to effectively defend against Du Plessis's grappling attacks.
As the fight wore on, Du Plessis continued to grind down Adesanya. He controlled the pace and slowly chipped away at the champion's defenses. In the third round, Du Plessis landed a devastating punch that sent Adesanya crashing to the canvas.
The Aftermath
The referee stopped the fight, declaring Du Plessis the winner by knockout. The victory was a massive upset and sent shockwaves through the UFC community. Du Plessis had not only defeated one of the best fighters in the world, but he had also done so in a dominant fashion.
Top 5 FAQs
1. Who is Dricus Du Plessis?
Dricus Du Plessis is a South African MMA fighter who fights in the middleweight division of the UFC. He has a professional record of 18-2 and is known for his excellent grappling skills and physical strength.
2. Who was Israel Adesanya's last opponent before Du Plessis?
Israel Adesanya's last opponent before Du Plessis was Alex Pereira. Adesanya lost to Pereira by knockout in the fifth round at UFC 281.
3. What was Du Plessis's game plan for the fight against Adesanya?
Du Plessis's game plan was to use his superior grappling skills to take Adesanya to the ground and control him there. He also planned to use his physical strength to wear Adesanya down over the course of the fight.
4. Why was Du Plessis considered an underdog against Adesanya?
Du Plessis was considered an underdog because Adesanya was a heavily favored champion with an impressive undefeated record. Du Plessis, on the other hand, was a relative newcomer to the UFC with only a few fights under his belt.
5. What is Du Plessis's next fight?
Du Plessis's next fight has not yet been announced. However, he is expected to return to the UFC octagon in the near future.
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