A World Champion’s Secret: How Electric Shocks Helped Du Plessis Reach the Top

Dricus Du Plessis, the current UFC middleweight champion, has revealed that he has been subjected to a Taser-like implement as part of his training camp before facing Khamzat Chimaev. In an interview with BBC Sport, Du Plessis confirmed that he has been “tased multiple times” during his training, describing the experience as “absolutely terrible” and likening it to touching an electric fence.

According to Du Plessis, his coach, Morne Visser, uses the Taser-like tool to punish fighters for mistakes they make in the gym. Footage of Du Plessis being tased has been circulating, showing him lying face down on his stomach while his coach administers the shocks to his feet. While the training method has been described as unorthodox and potentially dangerous, Du Plessis credits it with helping him become a world champion.

Du Plessis, 31, will face Chimaev at UFC 319 in Chicago, Illinois, where he will be making the third defense of his title. Despite the controversy surrounding his training methods, Du Plessis remains confident, stating that he has a 24th win in 26 bouts. “If I go 100%, my opponent has to go 100% or I will finish you,” he said. “Which means we are going to a place of who has the biggest heart and who is not willing to give up, and that fight I win, 10 times out of 10.”

Du Plessis’ fighting style has been questioned throughout his UFC career, with some critics labeling it as reckless. However, the South African has managed to achieve a nine-fight winning streak at middleweight, the longest in the division. His past four fights have seen him defeat former UFC champions Israel Adesanya and Robert Whittaker, as well as twice defeating Sean Strickland.

When asked about the criticism surrounding his training methods, Du Plessis responded, “The people that do doubt, what do they know about fighting? Where’s their world title?” He went on to explain that his focus has always been on becoming the greatest fighter of all time, stating that he didn’t care about money or fame.

The match between Du Plessis and Chimaev is expected to be a closely contested one, with both fighters boasting impressive records. Chimaev, who has been plagued by illness and injuries in the past two years, is looking to make a comeback in the UFC. Despite the challenges he has faced, Chimaev remains confident, crediting president Donald Trump for securing his visa to fight in the United States.

Chimaev, 31, is a highly skilled fighter with a reputation for being one of the most exciting talents in the UFC. He has been unbeaten in his first 14 fights, but his momentum in the UFC has been stifled over the past two years due to illness and injuries. His last two fights were cancelled due to visa issues, which were caused by his ties to Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov.

Du Plessis, on the other hand, has been on a tear in the UFC, with his nine-fight winning streak making him one of the most dominant fighters in the division. His ability to adapt to different fighting styles has been praised by fans and analysts alike, and he is widely regarded as one of the top middleweights in the world.

The stage is set for an exciting showdown between two of the UFC’s top talents, with Du Plessis and Chimaev set to clash in a battle of wills and skill. With both fighters boasting impressive records and a reputation for being among the most exciting talents in the UFC, this match is sure to be one for the ages.

A Look at the Fighters’ Records

• Dricus Du Plessis:
  • Record: 20-0
  • Streak: 9 wins
  • Notable victories: Israel Adesanya, Robert Whittaker, Sean Strickland (x2)
• Khamzat Chimaev:
  • Record: 14-0
  • Streak: 14 wins
  • Notable victories: Neil Magny, Li Jingliang, Gilbert Burns