Dricus du Plessis Gains Joe Rogan's Respect: A Potential Clash with Adesanya Looms

Dricus Du Plessis, representing South Africa, has been causing ripples in the UFC's middleweight division with his standout performances. While previously making his name in the middleweight and welterweight divisions of the Extreme Fighting Championship (EFC), Du Plessis now proudly holds the #2 rank in the UFC middleweight category.

In a recent episode of "The Joe Rogan Experience," the legendary UFC commentator, Joe Rogan, couldn't help but admire Dricus Du Plessis. Amidst a group of fellow comedians, Rogan closely followed the intense showdown between Israel Adesanya and Sean Strickland at UFC 293, taking a moment to underscore Du Plessis's strengths.

Rogan's excitement was palpable as he floated the idea of a potential face-off between Dricus Du Plessis and Israel Adesanya for the number one contender spot. "Dricus is seriously intimidating. Just look at how he dismantled Robert Whittaker. Who could have predicted that?" Rogan exclaimed, especially considering Whittaker's closely contested fights with Adesanya. Rogan openly marveled at Du Plessis's imposing presence, going so far as to express his astonishment at how Du Plessis manages to meet the 185-pound weight limit. "He's built like a heavyweight!" Rogan chuckled.

Dricus Du Plessis discovered this particular clip and couldn't resist sharing it on his Instagram story. Clearly delighted by Joe Rogan's praise of his formidable skills and recognition as a worthy adversary for Adesanya, Du Plessis is steadily climbing the middleweight ranks. It may not be long before he faces off against Israel Adesanya in a battle for the coveted top position. Fight enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating what promises to be an epic showdown in the octagon.

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