As UFC 305 approaches, the spotlight is firmly on the clash between Israel Adesanya and Dricus Du Plessis. This bout, set to take place in Perth, Australia, is more than just a title fight. It’s a battle loaded with personal animosity and high stakes.
The rivalry between Adesanya and Du Plessis has heated up in recent months. It all began when Du Plessis proclaimed himself the “real African champion,” casting a shadow over past African MMA legends, including Adesanya, Kamaru Usman, and Francis Ngannou, collectively known as the “Three Kings.” This comment struck a nerve with Adesanya, who voiced his opinions openly in a recent interview with TMZ.
“ F**k the belts. You are a champion because of the way you carry yourself. Dricus would always be an African champion, but he will never be one of three kings,” said Adesanya.
Adesanya made it clear that he believes Du Plessis will never join the ranks of the esteemed “Three Kings.” He emphasized that the status of these champions extends beyond just holding belts. It’s about their impact, demeanor, and contributions to the sport.
Israel Adesanya’s comments highlight their deep-seated rivalry. Du Plessis has positioned himself as a beacon of African MMA pride, arguing that he represents a new era of fighters who remain true to their roots. However, ‘The Last Stylebender‘ argues that many fighters leave their home countries for better opportunities, driven by financial constraints, a point he believes Du Plessis fails to grasp.
Israel Adesanya Wants “Privileged” Dricus Du Plessis To Check His Comments About African Champions
As UFC 305 draws near, the tension between Israel Adesanya and Dricus du Plessis is palpable. Their long-standing feud is heating up once again, with Adesanya taking a firm stand against Du Plessis’s claims about being the “real African champion.”
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Adesanya and Du Plessis have clashed over their African heritage and the legitimacy of their claims to be the top African fighter. Du Plessis has often touted himself as the only active UFC champion who trains and lives on the African continent. However, Adesanya sees this as a slight against other African fighters who have faced significant challenges.
“People like [Abdul Razak Alhassan] and myself who were forced to flee our country for better opportunities. He [Dricus du Plessis] will never understand that because he lives behind the f***ing gates of his privileged life in South Africa,” said Adesanya via TMZ.
As the fight approaches, all eyes will be on UFC 305 to see if Adesanya can settle the score with Du Plessis and whether this debate over African MMA representation will finally come to an end. Fans are eagerly anticipating what promises to be a thrilling and highly charged bout on 17th August.
