Dricus du Plessis

High school (ages 12+)
Sports & Games

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/dricus-du-plessis

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. When was Dricus du Plessis born?January 14, 1994
2. Where was Dricus du Plessis born?South Africa
3. What was Dricus du Plessis's job?2013
4. How heavy is Dricus du Plessis?#1 (as of August 19, 2025)
5. What is the UFC men's pound-for-pound ranking?#10 (as of October 7, 2025)
6. What is the former championship titles?UFC Middleweight Champion, Welterweight and Middleweight EFC Champion, Welterweight KSW Champion

Mixed Martial Arts (MMA): A combat sport that combines techniques from various martial arts, including striking, grappling, and wrestling.
UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship): The premier professional mixed martial arts organization globally, hosting high-stakes fights and featuring elite athletes.
Middleweight Division: A weight class in combat sports typically for athletes weighing between 171 and 185 pounds (77.1 to 83.9 kg).
Pound-for-Pound Rankings: A ranking system that compares fighters across all weight classes, theoretically determining the best fighter regardless of size.