The next step in your career Dricus Du Plessis may seem difficult after losing the middleweight belt (up to 83,9 kg). Completely dominated by Khamzat Shimaev In the main event of UFC 319, a rematch in the near future seems completely out of the question for the South African, at least that's Quinton's opinion.Rampage'Jackson.
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During conversation with TJ Dillashaw In the latest edition of the 'JAXXON' podcast, presented by himself, the former UFC light heavyweight champion (up to 93 kg) spoke about the possibilities for Du Plessis and even gave his opinion on a change of category.
"DDP shouldn't even say the word 're' or 'vanche' in the same sentence in an interview, with all due respect. DDP probably needs to move to a different weight class. He should probably move down. He's stuck," he said. Rampage, with his characteristic sense of humor.
Rampage Jackson says Dricus Du Plessis shouldn't even mention a rematch and believes he needs to change weight classes after the dominant loss
“DDP shouldn't even say the word 'Re' or 'Match' in the same sentence in an interview, with all due respect. DDP probably needs to… pic.twitter.com/wb5HBs5oBe
— Red Corner MMA (@RedCorner_MMA) August 21, 2025
Dricus Du Plessis has competed at welterweight
Dricus du Plessis in entry into the UFC 312. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
Despite having a dozen fights in the world's largest MMA organization as a middleweight (up to 83,9 kg), Du Plessis competed at a lighter weight earlier in his career. In fact, the South African was the welterweight champion (up to 77,1 kg) in both the KSW and EFC.
His last fight in the lower division was in October 2018. At that time, he suffered the only knockout loss of his career to Croatian Roberto Soldić, an opponent with whom he had a rivalry. Since then, he has won 11 straight fights, culminating in his fight with Chimaev.
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