#2
Record23-3-0
Streak1 Wins
Height6' 1"
Weight84 kg
Reach76"
Age32
Performance
73
Global score
All-rounder
Elo rating 1632 (Peak 1634)
Strengths
- Takedown accuracy78
- Sig. strikes/min77
- Sub attempts/15min75
- Takedowns/15min71
- Finish rate70
Weaknesses
- Takedown defense38
- Body strikes40
- Strikes absorbed/min41
- Control/round42
- Clinch striking44
Advanced Statistics
Striking accuracy
Strike defense
Takedown defense
Finish rate
Sig. strikes/min
5.2
Strikes absorbed/min
4.2
Takedowns/15min
1.9
Control/round
0:31
Sub attempts/15min
0.6
Takedown accuracy
48.9%
Updated on 9/13/2026
Summary
Dricus Du Plessis is a Middleweight MMA fighter with a record of 23-3-0. 32 years old. Currently ranked #2 in the UFC. Represents South Africa. Current streak: 1 Wins.
Archetype
The Submission Specialist
Regularly submits opponents on the ground. A grappling expert.
How does Dricus Du Plessis win his fights?
KO9
SUB11
DEC3
