Dricus du Plessis in victory in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/ufc
Away from the UFC, but still keeping an eye on the category he belonged to when active in MMA, Darren till did not hesitate to pass on the ideal strategy for Israel adesanya implement on Dricus Du Plessis. Submitted by the South African in the octagon, the organization's former promise suggested that the Nigerian rely on feints to confuse his rival. Duel takes place this Saturday (17).
“I have some advice for Izzy about how to fight DDP on Saturday: Lots of feints… he reacts a lot to them and throws (blows) from a long distance. Then you can walk away. Take a look and look for a combination of punches or knees, maybe a kick. As you are a high level striker, you know what I'm talking about. Everyone here won't have a clue, but they'll try to understand. Only the elite exchangers understand,” Till said on his official Twitter account. 'X' (old Twitter).
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When following the advice, Till admitted a failure in strategy, but reinforced that the safest path is not to hesitate in front of the South African.
“When he rushes in, do what you did against Rob and I did the same. He knocked out Rob, whereas he didn't knock me out, but it was still the same. DDP will rush. Instead of moving away or retreating like most of these idiot strikers do, stand your ground and hit him again with the punch combo or even a knee to the midsection. Personally, I love the elbow when they're approaching, but it's whatever feels right at the time and whatever you've practiced. I hope this advice is good for you, IZZY”, he concluded.
Darren till in confrontation against Dricus Du Plessis. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
Undefeated in the organization, Du Plessis was responsible for 'retiring' Till from Ultimate after submitting him in 2022. The South African is currently middleweight champion and is preparing for his first title defense against Adesanya. The clash takes place this Saturday (17) and will be in Perth, Australia, in the main fight of the UFC 305.
Got some advice for Izzy on how to fight DDP on Saturday.
Lots of feints… he reacts to them so much and throws from the hills. Then you can step back. Have a look and either for the punch combo or knee maybe a kick.
Ur a high level striker so u know what am on about.…— DT (@darrentill2) August 13, 2024
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