Dricus du Plessis with Robert Whittaker

Dan Hooker thinks Dricus du Plessis made a mistake by accepting a fight with Robert Whittaker

South African fighter Dricus du Plessis is just one win away from a UFC title shot. With Israel Adesanya and Alex Pereira’s middleweight rivalry now subsiding, a fresh face in the form of du Plessis could step up as a contender. However, he must first beat Robert Whittaker on July 8 in UFC 290, a tough task as the latter’s only loss in the past … Continue reading Dan Hooker thinks Dricus du Plessis made a mistake by accepting a fight with Robert Whittaker

Gilbert Burns employed individuals to examine him and rivals, while Jorge Masvidal is more astute than believed

Gilbert Burns has been strategically honing his approach to fights by enlisting the help of a scout to assess potential opponents. Ahead of his UFC 287 bout against Jorge Masvidal, Burns told the Trocação Franca podcast of how scout Daniel Mendes’ analytical approach has helped him understand Masvidal’s fighting style better. Part of Mendes’ job is to collate extensive footage of opponents, including identifying and … Continue reading Gilbert Burns employed individuals to examine him and rivals, while Jorge Masvidal is more astute than believed