Dricus du Plessis prepares to become one of the greatest African combats sports athletes of all time, with his fight for the UFC Middleweight title just days away, the promotion that launched his spectacular career announces its event calendar for 2024, making this the biggest year in the history of African mixed-martial arts!

The anticipation builds to fever-pitch on 21st January at 5 am (CAT) as Dricus Du Plessis takes on Sean Strickland at UFC 297 in Toronto. The entire nation of South Africa is rallying behind Du Plessis as he vies for the UFC’s coveted 185lb title. Known as the leading MMA promotion organisation in Africa, EFC has paved the way for talented fighters like Du Plessis to make their mark in the UFC.

The Extreme Fighting Championship (EFC) is synonymous with the best MMA on the African Continent and with an action-packed fight card lined up, fans can expect a year filled with thrilling fights, head-to head battles and unmatched excitement.

Cairo Howarth, President of EFC, expressed the excitement surrounding Dricus Du Plessis’ upcoming match, stating, “The whole of South Africa will be behind Dricus this Sunday morning, as he takes on his biggest rival yet! We are so excited and super proud of him. At EFC we focus on fostering the growth of MMA in Africa, and remain at the forefront of the industry, attracting a global audience and forging pathways for

To catch a glimpse of Du Plessis’ remarkable journey, viewers can watch the countdown show which subsequently also showcases EFC as the birthplace of his career, who the world championship contender cites as playing a pivotal role in shaping his success.

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