Dricus Du Plessis: podcast appearances and interviews

Dricus du Plessis, born on 14 January 1994, is a South African professional mixed martial artist known by his initials DDP. He competes in the Middleweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship and has achieved the distinction of being a former UFC Middleweight Champion. Du Plessis is recognized as the first South African to win a UFC championship. As of August 19, 2025, he holds the #2 spot in the Meta UFC middleweight rankings. Outside of the UFC, he has held titles in other organizations, including the Extreme Fighting Championship where he was both the Welterweight and Middleweight Champion, and the Konfrontacja Sztuk Walki where he was the Welterweight Champion. His career includes notable accomplishments across various major MMA promotions, reflecting his success and prominence within the sport.